Bodegas El Maestro Sierra Fino Sherry, Andalucia, Spain

A masterfully crafted expression of Jerez’s rich winemaking history, the Bodegas El Maestro Sierra Fino Sherry is a remarkable fortified wine that exemplifies the depth and complexity of the Palomino grape. Sustainably farmed and produced in a historic solera system, this unfiltered Fino is a bold yet balanced interpretation of the region’s iconic dry style.

Product Details:

• Grape: Palomino
• ABV: 15%
• Vintage: Non-Vintage
• Farming: Sustainable
• Aging: 4–6 years in a six-scale solera system in 500L American oak butts
• Filtration: Light filtration, cold-stabilized, nearly en rama

Sensory Description:

This fino opens with a bold, nutty bouquet of cashew, walnut, and toasted pumpkin seed, interwoven with ripe apple, briny green olive, and hints of flor and light rancio. On the palate, it’s bone-dry and flor-driven, with layers of almonds, bruised apple, biscuit, and herbal notes like thyme. Low in acidity but savory and well-textured, it finishes with a medium-length, saline persistence and a creamy undertone that enhances its depth.

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold Medal – Berlin Wine Trophy, 2011

Winemaker's Background:

Founded in 1830, Bodegas El Maestro Sierra remains one of the most traditionally minded sherry producers in Jerez. Today, it is run by Ana Cabestrero, who has fiercely upheld the bodega’s commitment to artisanal production methods. Wines are aged in centuries-old barrels, racked by hand with natural siphoning, and bottled with minimal intervention. While some techniques stray from DO regulations, the Consejo Regulador grants them exceptions due to the singular nature and historic integrity of their wines.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 45–50°F in a white wine or copita glass. This fino pairs beautifully with Marcona almonds, Jamón Ibérico, sushi, grilled sardines, or a classic Spanish tortilla. Its dry, umami character also complements aged cheeses and artichoke-based dishes.

This exceptional Fino from Bodegas El Maestro Sierra is a rare gem, full of character, history, and unfiltered truth. It's a bottle that invites you into the depths of Andalusian craft and the resilience of a bodega that has long stood against the current.