While Sherry may be affiliated with the Old World winemaking of Spain, we at Buena Vista are proud and honored to announce the first release of our California Cream Sherry in over a decade.
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Winemaking
After the primary fermentation was completed, the wine was then fortified with grape spirits in order to increase alcohol content. The wine was then stored in open vats, encouraging the development of “flor”, a layer of yeast that covers the wine, creating a flowerlike crust on top that helps inhibit oxidation. After an extensive period of aging, the wine was further fortified to eliminate the flor and underwent additional aging exposed to air. This intentional oxidation allows the sherry to develop its characteristic rich, golden brown color and classic nutty flavors that are synonymous with this traditional style of sherry. We also employed the solera system, using multiple vintages to create the perfect blend. The addition of some grape must before bottling yields a sweet, sultry, and complex wine.
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Nose
Your senses are sure to come to life once you take your first whiff of the complex aromas of almonds, hazelnut, honey and maple.
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Palate
Rich on the palate with its full body and nutty flavors of hazelnut, caramel, crème brûleé and a hint of toasted marshmallow, this Cream Sherry will remind you why Buena Vista has decided to “make its past, its future” once again.