Solera 1847 is an elegant Oloroso Dulce: made from 75% Palomino grape, blended with Pedro Ximènez. Dark mahogany in colour it is velvety soft on the palate.

Please drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week.

Country of origin Spain.

Package type Glass.

Contains Sulphites.

Brand Solera.

The Gonzalez Byass Premium Range is a collection of authentic, premium quality sherries. This range is made in a traditional style using the finest quality grapes from vineyards owned by Gonzalez Byass in the Jerez Superior zone.

Grape variety 75% Palomino 25% Pedro Ximénez.

Current vintage NV.

Regional information Andalucia. Gonzalez Byass is situated in the city of Jerez, Andalusia, in the heart of D.O. Jerez. Owning over 800 hectares of vineyard, all situated in Jerez superior. This area enjoys a warm and humid climate which helps in the maturation of the grape. The soils of the area are high in chalk, known as 'albariza soil' this helps to maintain moisture during the long dry summers. With vineyards split 95% Palomino and 5% Pedro Ximenez, Gonzalez Byass is the only winery to have PX planted in Jerez.

Tasting notes: A superior dark cream sherry aged for around nine years, Solera 1847 has a velvety palate, with concentrated flavours of sweet raisins and figs with a touch of nuttiness on the finish.

Alcohol by volume 18. Units 6.8.

Serving suggestions: Solera 1847 is a fantastic end to meal, accompanying many desserts such as sticky toffee pudding, ice cream and some cheeses. On the nose aromas of raisins, vanilla, oak and slight hints of hazelnuts. On the palate a delicate wine with a smooth reminder of dates and raisins finishing with touches of caramel and oak and a subtle note of nuts. Primary Aromas: Caramel, Hazelnut and Honey. Primary Flavours: Caramel, Hazelnut and Honey.

Winemaker Antonio Flores.

Vinification details: The Palomino wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks and fortified to 18% alcohol, the Pedro Ximenez is fortified to 15.5%. The wines then enter their own separate solera systems to begin ageing. After four years the wines are blended and aged through the Solera 1847 solera for a further 8 years.