Fino, a dry white wine from Montilla, Spain, is one of the most popular wines from the Cordoba region. Crafted from Palomino grapes, Fino is known for its pale gold color palette and a smooth, dry taste.
Here are five reasons Fino is a regional favorite!
1. Balance of Flavor
Fino features aromatic notes of almonds, hazelnuts, tobacco, and yeast evoke a flavor reminiscent of Mediterranean spices and fresh dough. It’s naturally salty which balances well with the typically sweet nature of Spanish grapes.
2. Bon Aperitif
Fino’s is regarded as a high quality aperitif, or a drink that pairs well with food and stimulates appetite. It’s versatile flavor profile makes it easy to pair with most foods, though it’s especially tasty with savory, fatty foods.
3. Sweet Solera Style
Fino, like many of the wines from Montilla, are aged using the solera system, a system similar to the process for making sherry. Young wine refreshes older vintages, creating a blend of freshness and maturity.
4. An Evolving Taste
Young Fino is known for its bright notes and sharp edges. As it ages that sharpness mellows into a more savory flavor, which allows it to appeal to a wider range of taste.
5. The Flor Factor
Fino is aged for two years under an indigenous yeast called flor. Though its primary benefit is to prevent oxidation, it also reinforces the wine’s natural dryness and infuses it with its staple ‘yeasty’ or ‘doughy’ flavor.
Montilla boasts a wide range of fine wines; there’s something for everyone, from the beginner at their first tasting to the long-time enthusiast. But if you’re not sure where to start, there’s nothing more fine than Fino wine.
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