Toro Albala Don PX Pedro Ximenez 1980

Dark mahogany and coats the glass. Raisins, figs and grapes on the nose with hints of cinnamon and wood. Sweet yet balanced with slight bitterness on the finish. 

Country: Spain  Region: Montilla-Moriles Grapes: Pedro Ximenez

ABV: 16%  Bottle Size: 20cl 

Additional Information: The Toro Albala bodega was set up in 1922 and it pioneered the introduction of the the dessert-styled Pedro Ximenez in 1970 and remains the world's only specialist in 100% vintage Pedro Ximenez wines as well as characterful dry, old, vintage-dated Amontillados of outstanding quality. 

It is located in a former power station at Aguilar de la Frontera. The soleras in the subterranean tunnels of the old building comprise of approximately 6000 barrels, some of which contain the oldest wines available in Andalucia, the oldest stocks which are released in small batches. 

The Toro Albala 1980 Don PX is produced from the “asoleo” process where Pedro Ximénez grapes are dried in the sun to obtain a great richness in sugars. After the press, it was left to rest for 12 months and before aging in American Oak for more than 20 years.