Wine Region
Jerez
Jerez and the Sherry Triangle produce solera-aged fortified wines — dry Fino and Manzanilla, oxidative Oloroso, and sweet Pedro Ximénez from Palomino and PX grapes.
Also known as: Sherry, Jerez (Spain), Sanlúcar de Barrameda, El Puerto de Santa María
Geographic context
- Climate: Hot Mediterranean with Atlantic influence
- Soils: albariza, limestone, clay
- Elevation: 0–100m
Parent region
Typical grape varieties
- palomino
- pedro ximenez
- moscatel
Typical wine styles
Typical descriptors
Food pairings
- Jamón, almonds, and gazpacho
FAQ
- Is all Sherry sweet?
- No — Fino, Manzanilla, and most Amontillado are dry; PX and cream styles are sweet.