Palomino Wines

Presentation of the Palomino grape: protagonist of Jerez and Manzanilla wines. Historical and cultural importance of Palomino in the region of Andalusia, Spain. Grape characteristics: ampelographic aspects, vegetative cycle, oenological potential. >Origins and History of Palomino: History of the Palomino grape: its origins, adaptation to the Andalusian terroir. Historical role in the production of Jerez and Manzanilla wines. >Terroir from Palomino: Palomino growing regions: Jerez, Sanlúcar de Barrameda and other production areas. Influence of the Mediterranean climate and limestone soils on the typicality of wines. The "albariza" system: characteristics and importance for Palomino cultivation. >Ampelographic and Viticultural Aspects: Description of the Palomino vine: leaves, bunches, berries and ampelographic characteristics. Palomino vegetative cycle and its particularities. Vineyard management: training systems, pruning and cultivation techniques. >Winemaking: Methods and Techniques: Palomino winemaking processes: pressing, fermentation and fortification. The "solera" system: fundamental for the production of Jerez wines. Elaboration of different styles of wine from Palomino. >Palomino Wine Styles: Types of Sherry: Fino, Manzanilla, Amontillado, Oloroso, Palo Cortado, Pedro Ximénez. Sensory characteristics of each style: aromas, flavors, structure and storage potential. >Pairing with Gastronomy: Pairing Jerez and Manzanilla wines with regional and international cuisine. Dish suggestions for each style of wine: tapas, seafood, cheeses, desserts. >Palomino Market and Perspectives: The Denomination of Origin Jerez-Xérès-Sherry: regulations and protection of wines. Emblematic producers and labels. >In Palomino Além de Jerez: Palomino cultivation in other regions of the world. Use of Palomino in the production of other types of wine: dry whites and brandies. The potential of the grape in different terroirs.

Pagina's: 83, Paperback, Independently published