Orleans Borbon Manzanilla Sherry

In 1849, during an exploration expedition of Andalucía, Don Antonio de Orleans, the Duke of Montpensier and son of King Louis Philippe of France, fell in love with the magical fishing village of Sanlucar de Barrameda and planted his roots there and started cultivating vineyards. A century later, his descendants developed the family's various ventures into a Brandy and Sherry business which carries on today as Bodegas los Infantes de Orleans Borbón. This classically built winery within Sanlucar de Barrameda cellars some of the finest sherry soleras in the region. Today, Infantes de Orleans de Borbons is owned by the Spanish Royal Family and until very recently, these wines were sold only in very limited quantities outside of the Royal House – fortified wines fit for a King.

Manzanilla can only come one from place in the world, Sanlúcar de Barrameda. Because of its natural environment's ability to grow Flor, an indigenous yeast byproduct of fermentation that when developed in this three tier microclimate of Sanlúcar, the region creates a unique and complex style of dry Fino Sherry. 

Tasting Notes

Straw in color with tangy aromas of the sea rounded out by fruity lemon curd, almond skin, very dry with toasted bread and yeasty notes on the palate, this Manzanilla is a dry style of Sherry where the sugar is fully fermented. It is made from 100% Palomino grapes and has a complexity fit for a King.

Food Pairing

Fine Manzanilla like this one should be consumed like any fine dry white wine: shared with delicious food and better company. Served nicely chilled, because it's dry and reflects the salinity of the ocean breeze, Manzanilla is the perfect match for little bites of salty foods like shellfish and oysters, cured meats, olives, almonds, and cheese. It is also quite appropriate as an afternoon beach beverage, at a picnic and great company while preparing dinner.