Dark gold with khaki hues

Noble woods, varnish, nuts, citrus, flower blossom, buttery notes, toffee, coffee, warm maple frosting, pecan pie

Rich, mellow, complex, smooth, warming, ample, balanced weight and restraint, salty, briny, nutty, with flavors of smoky wood, prunes, bitter chocolate, roasted hazelnuts, spiced almonds, sun-kissed figs, orange slices, green olive, almond-inflected finish

Lingering, dry, a bit warm, with remarkable persistence and rapidly building warmth dominating the finish and length

Red meat, smoked meat, game, mature cheese, spicy Asian dishes, slow-cooked meat, braised meat, barbecue, casseroles, digestive

The solera was founded in 1921 to commemorate the visit of Eugenia de Montijo, the last Empress of France, to Jerez. It is one of Lustau's flagship Gran Reserva Oloroso wines.