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Pedro Ximénez (or PX) is one of the very few wines that can be described as luscious. It’s dark and rich with intense flavours and aromas of raisins, figs, dates and molasses. Velvety, soft, well balanced with a long finish. A must have for desserts, puddings, even pured over vanilla ice creamm.

 

ABV 17%

 

THE WINERY

 

Pedro Ximénez, often abbreviated as PX, is a white grape variety primarily grown in southern Spain, particularly in Andalusia. It is one of the most important grape varieties for producing sweet, fortified wines known for their intense sweetness and concentrated flavours. They are typically sun-dried after harvest, a process known as “asoleo” or “soleo,” which concentrates the sugars and intensifies the flavours. Afterwards, they are pressed to extract a thick, sweet juice fermented and later fortified with grape spirit to create the famous Pedro Ximénez sweet wines. The wines are renowned for their unique flavour profile, rich notes of raisins, dried figs, dates, caramel, toffee, and a distinct syrupy texture. They often display a dark mahogany colour and possess an incredible sweetness that makes them ideal as dessert wines or for pairing with chocolates and other sweet treats.

PX wines are often aged using the solera system, a fractional blending method that involves mixing older and younger wines to achieve consistent quality over time. Some of the wines are aged for decades, and their complexity and depth continue to evolve.

Starting in modest circumstances back in 1896 Lustau originally sold wines to larger producers rather than market them under their own name. It wasn’t until the 1940s that they commenced with their own bottlings and this saw the start of real growth in their reputation. While still a small sherry house by the standards of many they are, nevertheless, one of the most respected and their range of sherries, including the acclaimed Almacenista collection, vermouths and brandies are consistently sought after.