Sherries with an indication of age Flashcards
1
Q
How many categories of Sherry are there with age indication?
A
four
2
Q
What are the top categories of age-indicated Sherry?
A
VORS (Vinum Optimum Rare Signatum) -very old rare sherry
VOS (Vinum Optimum Signatum) -very old sherry
3
Q
What does VORS mean?
A
indicates that the average age of the blend is at least 30 years old
4
Q
What does VOS mean?
A
indicates that the average age of the blend is at least 20 years old
5
Q
What are the other indication of age?
A
12 years old and 15 years old - apply to the whole solera system, so can be used more flexibly
6
Q
What Sherries can be qualified for age indication status?
A
Amontillado, Palo Cortado, Oloroso and PX
