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BODEGAS HIDALGO SPAIN, JEREZ - XERES - SHERRY Bodegas Emilio Hidalgo was founded in 1874 and has developed an international reputation for producing elegant, refined Sherries. Located in the historical heart of Jerez de la Frontera and housed in a late-19th century building — thick walls, large windows, high ceilings and tiled roof — ideal for the fermentation and aging of Sherry. Hidalgo Fino Sherry 30PF / 750ML This sherry is made entirely from the noble Palomino grapes grown pure white ‘Albarizo’ soil. The elegance is due in part to a brief aging under flor before its oxidative aging period of 15 to 20 years. Hidalgo Gobernador Oloroso Seco Sherry 40PF / 750ML At Hidalgo, because they are a family-run bodega, they prefer to let nature take its course. Once it is determined that flor is not forming on the new Palomino stocks, these barrels are classified as Oloroso Morenita-meaning the little brunette-refers to rich brown color of this sherry. The blend of Palomino and Pedro Ximénez lends to this wine, a rich brown color with dark golden highlights. Hidalgo Pedro Ximenez Sherry 30PF / 500ML Made from 100% Pedro Ximénez (PX) grapes that were sun-dried immediately after harvest to concentrate the sugar levels. Stored in barrels in a special open-air porch just outside the bodega. Sweet, but never cloying, this PX is classic and sophisticated.

and the unique aging process begins. Hidalgo Morenita Cream Sherry 34PF / 750ML The American Oak is a VS–three years in Limousin oak–and finished in used Tennessee Whiskey barrels for another six months giving it distinctive character. Aromas of ripe apricot, pear, vanilla and lingering flavors of coconut, caramel and chocolate. Perfect Cognac for the bourbon drinker and incredible in cocktails! 80PF 92pts Tasting Panel Bache-Gabrielsen Tre Kors VS Fine 30184256 / 750ML / $22.50 Tre Kors is blended from 25% Grande Champagne / Petite Champagne and 75% Fins Bois cognac. Matured in casks for a minimum of two years, creating a deep amber color while maintaining a bouquet marked by fruit and the character of bright Grande Champagne Cognac. 80PF 91pts Tasting Panel Bache-Gabrielsen XO Decanter 30184257 / 750ML / $80 This XO is a blend of Ugni Blanc and Folle Blanche grapes sourced from the Fins Bois, Petite Champagne, and Grande Champagne regions. The Limousin oak barrels hold spirit from 10-30 years, with an average age of 20 years at bottling. XO Decanter is packaged in a squat decanter and comes in a custom box. Drinks beautifully today and will age gracefully. 80PF Bache-Gabrielsen Serenite Extra 30183772 / 750ML / $140 Sérénité is a blend of the finest Grande Champagne eaux de-vie, made with 85% Ugni Blanc and, increasingly rare, 15% Folle Blanche grapes. The oldest cognacs in the blend were aged for 50 years in French Limousin oak barrels. Round and velvety, with a notes of coffee, vanilla, and floral. 80PF 93pts Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2017 94pts Tasting Panel Bache-Gabrielsen VSOP Natur & Eleganse 30101131 / 750ML / $40.67 Natur & Eleganse is a range of cognacs from Bache-Gabrielsen’s cellarmaster, Jean-Philippe Bergier that communicate rich fruit and rustic charm in a light, fresh, balanced style. Extreme elegance and a fruity bouquet become focal points on the palate. The VSOP is aged for six years. 80PF 95pts Ultimate Spirits Challenge Bache-Gabrielsen XO Natur & Eleganse 30101133 / 750ML / $64.91 The XO is a refined and complex blend of Fin Bois, Petite Champagne and Grande Champagne. Very elegant, showing both freshness and maturity. The XO is aged for 15 years. 80PF BACHE-GABRIELSEN FRANCE The super-premium cognacs of Bache-Gabrielsen have never been available Stateside – until now. For the first time in its storied 111 year history, this family-owned cognac house is sharing their spirits with us. To mark the occasion, Bache-Gabrielsen has debuted the first of its kind, innovative cognac aged in authentic American Oak barrels from Tennessee. Bache-Gabrielsen American Oak 30183771 / 750ML / $31

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