Serving and Tasting Flashcards
What are the suggested serving temperatures for Sherry?
Biological: cold/well chilled (45 degrees), oxidative: slightly chilled (55 degrees), sweet and blends: chilled (50 degrees).
What are the common tasting notes for Manzanilla?
Smooth, salinity, fresh and crisp acidity, green apples.
What are the common tasting notes for Finos?
Fresh acidity, almonds, bread.
What are the common tasting notes for Amontillado?
Complex with long finish, toasted nuts, smoke and wood.
What are the common tasting notes for Palo Cortado?
Deep, full bodied, spicy, creamy, tobacco leaf.
What are the common tasting notes for Oloroso?
Smooth, wood, nuts.
What are the common tasting notes for Medium Sherry?
Dried fruits, chocolate.
What are the common tasting notes for Cream Sherry?
Sweet, fruity.
What are the common tasting notes for Moscatel?
Floral, dry finish, sweet.
What are the common tasting notes for PX?
Coffee, cocoa, raisins.
