Overview:
Lustau Pedro Ximénez San Emilio is a sublime dessert-style Sherry that offers a rich and indulgent experience. Produced from sun-dried Pedro Ximénez grapes, it boasts a dark mahogany colour with deep, concentrated flavours. This Sherry is a perfect balance of sweetness and complexity, with its thick, syrupy texture and powerful aromas of raisins, dark chocolate, and a touch of spice. Its profile is refined with layers of rich fruit and nutty characteristics, making it a perfect choice for those seeking an opulent, full-bodied wine. Best served chilled, this Sherry is ideal for pairing with sweet desserts or as a standalone treat.
Tasting Notes:
On the nose, Pedro Ximénez San Emilio delights with complex aromas of baked banana, figs, raisins, and dark chocolate. The palate is dense and velvety, offering rich caramelised hazelnuts, Christmas cake spice, and dried fruits. The wine’s sweetness is perfectly balanced by its vibrant freshness, with hints of coffee, fruitcake, and liquorice, finishing with an intensely sweet and lingering aftertaste. The smooth, textured mouthfeel offers layers of complexity, including mocha, orange peel, and a touch of star anise spice. This Sherry pairs wonderfully with rich, fruity desserts like treacle tart, rum-raisin ice cream, and crème brûlée. It also complements vanilla ice cream drizzled with Pedro Ximénez Sherry, a classic dish from the Jerez region. Ideal as an after-dinner indulgence or as a luxurious treat on its own.