The regular NV Oloroso is bottled at an average age of 15 years from their solera. It's warm and persistent with a very dark mahogany color, darker than the 1/14, but it has the tenderness of the youngish wines, with a peachy character. It surprised me with its super dark color and green edge. It's too young and tender, maybe with a sweet touch? But it feels very dry... A bit confusing.
Rated 92/100 The Wine Advocate
El Maestro Sierra Amontillado 12 Years Old...$26.99 / 375ml
The regular NV Amontillado has an average age of 12 years, six years under flor, and then it was fortified to 17.5% alcohol and aged in an oxidative way. It feels bone dry. The price is for a half bottle.
Rated 92/100 The Wine Advocate
El Maestro Sierra PX Pedro Ximinez Sherry....$18.99 / 375ml
Another step up is the non-vintage Pedro Ximinez from a 15-year-old solera. It is brown amber in color with aromas of orange peel and English toffee. It is thick and rich on the palate and very long.
Rated 92/100 The Wine Advocate
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