Manzanilla and Fino are among the greatest aperitifs in the wine world. Few drinks have the ability to stimulate the palate as these great Sherries from the south of Spain. Matured under a film of yeast known as flor, the wines possess a salty edge. There are no better wines than Manzanilla or Fino to match with salty foods like olives and anchovies. In Jerez and Sanlucar de Barrameda, one is also likely to enjoy a chilled copita with fried fish, langoustines or Jamon Iberico.
La Goya is one of a number of well established Manzanilla labels. Notwithstanding its 15% ABV, it is ever so easy to drink, particularly on a hot summer’s day. It is bright, breezy, vibrant and refreshing, one of Spain’s gifts to the wine world. While it may lack the punch and bracing saline freshness of the very best Manzanilla's such as Argueso's San Leon and the remarkable Sherries from Equipo Navazos, there's plenty to enjoy here.
NV LA GOYA MANZANILLA Producer: Bodegas Delgado Zuleta
Variety: Fortified Wine - Sherry
Vintage: Non-vintage
Region: Sanlucar de Barrameda, Spain
ABV: 15%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $17.99
Date tasted: 6 October 2012
Tasting Note:
Pale silvery white. Fresh nose of sourdough, ozone, lemon zest. Dry, medium bodied, slightly salty on the palate, hints of sourdough/bakers yeast. A wine that stimulates the palate. Not as punchy as some Manzanillas, but one can't complain.
Score: 16/20
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