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Croft original is a blend of the pale dryness of a quality Fino with the added depth and body of a Cream.The result is a sherry with a clean crisp taste and an aromatic sweet finish giving you a lighter, fresher alternative to traditional dark sherries.
Suitable for vegetariansProduct information
Croft original is a blend of the pale dryness of a quality Fino with the added depth and body of a Cream.
The result is a sherry with a clean crisp taste and an aromatic sweet finish giving you a lighter, fresher alternative to traditional dark sherries.Fine Pale Cream, European Vegetarian Union, Suitable for Vegans
Country of Origin
Spain
Storage
Once opened, store in the fridge and consume within 3 weeks.
Preparation and Usage
Serve chilled
Those in the know serve it straight from the fridge.
Instructions
Like all fine white wines, Croft should be served chilled from the fridge and is excellent on its own, alongside a fresh fruit salad or in place of a dessert wine.
Serving Suggestions
Like all fine white wines, croft should be served chilled from the fridge and is excellent on its own, alongside a fresh fruit salad or in place of a dessert wine
Package Type
Bottle
Type of Closure
Screwcap
Recycling Information
Pack - Glass
Other Information
Storage:
Best enjoyed within three months of opening.
Importer:
Gonzalez Byass UK Ltd,
St Albans,
AL4 9HJ,
UK.
Brand
Croft
Vineyard Features
The vineyards in Jerez are unique to the area. The soil in Jerez is majority Albariza, a white soil which contains up to 60% chalk and therefore has a large capacity for maintaining moisture, very important given the long, hot and dry summers as irrigation is prohibited. The area has a unique microclimate influenced by the surrounding Atlantic ocean and rivers Guadalquivir and Guadalete. The prevailing winds are moist and warm, and now and again dry and hot levante winds from north Africa. Temperatures are warm with 70% humidity and annual rainfall is 600 litres/m2. The harvest in Jerez begins mid August and generally lasts for 3 weeks maximum.
Winemaking
Croft is produced from the first press of the continuous press. Following fermentation to between 11% and 12% alcohol the wine is fortified to 15.5% alcohol and then enters the Croft solera. Due to the 15.5% alcohol and then enters the Croft solera. Due to the 15.5% alcohol and the unique temperature and humidity in the Jerez cellars a layer of yeast known as the 'flor' will form on the surface of the wine. In order for this flor to form properly an empty space of 100 litres is left in the cask. This flor is the most important influence on the wine as it protects it from oxygen and gives it it's unique aroma and character. Following 3 years ageing under flor concentrated wine must is added to sweeten this wine. It is then aged as a sweet wine in American oak casks for a further year.
Manufacturer
Bottled by:
Bodega Gonzalez Byass Jerez S.L.U.,
M.M. Gonzalez,
12 Jerez de la Frontera,
Espana.
Country of Packing
Spain
Return To Address
Gonzalez Byass UK Ltd,
St Albans,
AL4 9HJ,
UK.
www.croftsherry.co.uk
Allergen Information
Contains Sulphites
Dietary Information
Suitable for Vegetarians; Suitable for Vegans
ABV (%)
17.5
Units
17.5
Grape Variety
Palomino
Tasting Notes
Croft sherry has a clean crisp taste and an aromatic sweet finish giving you a lighter, fresher alternative to traditional dark sherries
History
Over 175 years ago Robert Byass, a British wine merchant, partnered with the Gonzalez family in Spain, in order to bring great sherries to the UK. Still family-owned, the company now sells sherries and wine across the world. Croft Original was designed especially to suit British tastes and this pale, crisp Fino with its delicate, sweet finish has been enjoyed for generations.
Regional Information
The vineyards in Jerez are unique to the area. The soil in Jerez is majority Albariza, a white soil which contains up to 60% chalk and therefore has a large capacity for maintaining moisture, very important given the long, hot and dry summers as irrigation is prohibited. The area has a unique microclimate influenced by the surrounding Atlantic ocean and rivers Guadalquivir and Guadalete. The prevailing winds are moist and warm, and now and again dry and hot levante winds from north Africa.
Current Vintage
NV
Vinification Details
Croft is produced from the first press of the continuous press. Following fermentation to between 11% and 12% alcohol the wine is fortified to 15.5% alcohol and then enters the Croft solera. Due to the 15.5% alcohol and the unique temperature and humidity in the Jerez cellars a layer of yeast known as the 'flor' forms on the surface of the wine. This flor is the most important influence on the wine as it protects it from oxygen and gives it it's unique aroma and character.
Producer
Croft
Agent
Gonzalez Byass UK
Winemaker
Antonio Flores Pedregosa
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