Roving Sommelier loves fortified wines, especially the iconic Sherries produced in Andalusia in Southern Spain. Here, there are three main towns that make up “The Sherry Triangle” where sherries are produced. Of course, Jerez is the main town of the province and is place after which Sherry was named.

In 1835 a young Manuel María González Ángel bought a small winery in Jerez which he called “Tío Pepe” in honour of his uncle, who had taught him everything about the Jerez wine tradition. Soon, this fine wine made a name for itself both nationally and internationally until it became, today, one of the Spanish brands with the greatest prestige and recognition throughout the world. Tradition, innovation, sustainability, and the search for excellence are his legacy.

2023 marks the fourteenth limited release of Tio Pepe Fino En Rama. Tio Pepe En Rama is an unfiltered and unclarified Tio Pepe, bottled during the Spring when the ‘flor’ growth is at its thickest. “En Rama” is the term used in the bodega for Sherry in its raw, most delicate state, as if drinking from the cask itself.

Perfect served well-chilled as an aperitif with almonds and olives and/or with seafood and tapas dishes. Keep refrigerated after opening and drink within a couple of weeks.