FEATURES
🏰 San Francisco Javier Fino Viña Corrales 2020 is a contemporary expression of classic Fino Sherry, crafted with the ambition of being presented as a serious white wine with a strong sense of terroir. This Fino is made from 100% Palomino Fino grapes grown in the prestigious Pago Balbaína, known for its albariza soils and strong Atlantic climate influence. It matures under a layer of flor yeast in the traditional solera system, giving it characteristic purity, stylistic precision, and pronounced minerality. The 2020 bottling (Saca II) is described as dry and intensely mineral, with notes of dried seaweed, Mediterranean herbs, subtle farmy hints, wet chalk, iodine, and almonds. It offers an above-average body with elegance and sapidity, a lemony touch for freshness, and a gentle, mature style. 【A groundbreaking Fino Sherry aiming to redefine the category as a serious, terroir-driven white wine.】
🍴 This bone-dry Fino is an exceptional gastronomic partner. It pairs beautifully with seafood, white fish, sushi, charcuterie, and lighter Mediterranean dishes. Its saline and nutty notes also make it a fantastic match for olives, almonds, and spicy dishes.
🥂 Ideal as a sophisticated aperitif, a companion for a seafood feast, or for a tapas evening. Its unique character also makes it a fascinating choice for wine tasting events focused on fortified wines or innovative winemaking.
BACKGROUND
Bodega San Francisco Javier is a boutique Sherry producer in Jerez, Spain, known for its dedication to traditional, terroir-focused winemaking. The Fino Viña Corrales is a standout expression, crafted from Palomino grapes grown in the prestigious Pago Balbaína. Aged biologically under a veil of flor, this Fino is unfortified and bottled en rama (unfiltered), offering intense aromas of almond, chamomile, and a sharp, saline finish.