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92 Points
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91 Points
Bodegas Hidalgo, founded in 1792, is renowned for classic dry Oloroso styles.
Faraon is fully oxidatively aged in American oak, showcasing depth and savoury complexity.
Rich, dry, nutty palate with persistent length; a benchmark Oloroso.
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Description
Gold Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards (96 Points)
In Sanlucar's historic bodegas, Bodegas Hidalgo crafts Faraon Oloroso - a benchmark dry sherry that has defined the style since 1792. Family-owned for generations, the estate sources Palomino Fino from prime albariza soils. Grapes are fermented and then matured in American oak butts without flor, undergoing a fully oxidative process in the traditional solera system. This method, coupled with decades of accumulated experience, yields a sherry of impressive structure, aromatic richness and savoury depth. Bottled at 18% abv, Faraon Oloroso shows notes of roasted walnut, toffee, orange peel and hints of spice, finishing long, dry and powerful. Its broad, textured palate makes it a superb match for hard cheeses, iberico jamon, rich game, or slow-cooked meats. Faraon's reputation as a classic Oloroso is built on balance, complexity, and the signature intensity of Hidalgo's coastal terroir.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Game
Pork
Description
Gold Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards (96 Points)
In Sanlucar's historic bodegas, Bodegas Hidalgo crafts Faraon Oloroso - a benchmark dry sherry that has defined the style since 1792. Family-owned for generations, the estate sources Palomino Fino from prime albariza soils. Grapes are fermented and then matured in American oak butts without flor, undergoing a fully oxidative process in the traditional solera system. This method, coupled with decades of accumulated experience, yields a sherry of impressive structure, aromatic richness and savoury depth. Bottled at 18% abv, Faraon Oloroso shows notes of roasted walnut, toffee, orange peel and hints of spice, finishing long, dry and powerful. Its broad, textured palate makes it a superb match for hard cheeses, iberico jamon, rich game, or slow-cooked meats. Faraon's reputation as a classic Oloroso is built on balance, complexity, and the signature intensity of Hidalgo's coastal terroir.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Game
Pork
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Cheese
Game
Pork