{"title":"Savory \u0026 James Amontillado","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"savory-james-amontillado-sherry","title":"Savory \u0026 James Amontillado Sherry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSavory \u0026amp; James Amontillado Sherry\u003c\/strong\u003e is a solera-aged Amontillado from Spain's Jerez Superior at 20% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Awarded 89 points by Tastings.com and a Bronze medal at the 2022 International Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition, this is a textbook expression of the Amontillado style — dry, nutty, and layered with saline complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 20%  |  Origin: Zona de Jerez Superior, Spain  |  Style: Amontillado (Solera-Aged)  |  Producer: Fernando A. de Terry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSavory \u0026amp; James is a historic sherry shipping firm whose wines are produced by Fernando A. de Terry in the Zona de Jerez Superior, the prized central growing area within Spain's Sherry Triangle. The Amontillado is made primarily from Palomino grapes, with small quantities of Pedro Ximénez and Mantuo Canoczo, and matured through the traditional solera system — a fractional blending method in which older sherries in lower-tier barrels impart depth and character to younger wines added above them. The result is a wine of consistent quality and remarkable complexity that reflects the accumulated wisdom of many vintages rather than a single harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with a delicate hazelnut character, followed by deeper notes of walnut and a subtle smokiness. Hints of licorice and juniper add an aromatic complexity that signals what's ahead on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is crisp and saline, carried by high natural acidity that keeps the wine lifted and focused. At mid-palate, a pronounced nuttiness takes hold — walnut and hazelnut anchored by mineral undertones. Deeper into the sip, dark chocolate and coffee notes emerge with a bitter edge that adds sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is medium-length and dry, with lingering salinity and a faint echo of roasted nuts and espresso bitterness. It closes clean, leaving the palate refreshed rather than weighed down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Savory \u0026amp; James Amontillado\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe slightly chilled, between 12–14°C (54–57°F), in a copita glass or small white wine glass to concentrate its hazelnut and saline aromas. This Amontillado also performs well in cocktails: try it in a \u003cstrong\u003eSherry Cobbler\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the nutty dryness balances the sweetness of muddled fruit and sugar; a \u003cstrong\u003eBamboo Cocktail\u003c\/strong\u003e (equal parts Amontillado and dry vermouth with orange bitters), which plays to its savory minerality; or an \u003cstrong\u003eAdonis\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it pairs beautifully with sweet vermouth and bitters for a low-proof aperitif with real depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing a wine enthusiast to serious sherry beyond basic Fino\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a Spanish tapas spread or charcuterie board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a home bar for classic low-ABV cocktails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServing as a pre-dinner aperitif at dinner parties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Savory \u0026amp; James Amontillado taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers a dry, nutty profile led by hazelnut and walnut, accented by saline minerality, high acidity, and darker undertones of licorice, coffee, and bitter dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Savory \u0026amp; James Amontillado compare to Gonzalez Byass Tio Pepe Amontillado?\u003c\/strong\u003e Tio Pepe Amontillado is widely regarded as a benchmark for the style, leaning toward dried fruit and toasty complexity. Savory \u0026amp; James tends to emphasize raw salinity and walnut bitterness, making it a slightly more austere, savory interpretation of Amontillado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Savory \u0026amp; James Amontillado good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its 20% ABV and bracing acidity make it an approachable neat pour, especially when served lightly chilled in a copita glass to highlight its aromatic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Savory \u0026amp; James Amontillado made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by Fernando A. de Terry in the Zona de Jerez Superior, the most prized viticultural area within the Marco de Jerez in Andalusia, southern Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Savory \u0026amp; James Amontillado?\u003c\/strong\u003e Marcona almonds and aged Manchego cheese complement its nutty character; cured jamón ibérico echoes its salinity; grilled white fish benefits from its acidity; and mushroom risotto mirrors the earthy, savory depth in the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Savory \u0026amp; James Amontillado come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Savory \u0026amp; James Amontillado worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Savory \u0026amp; James positions as an accessible, entry-level Amontillado that delivers genuine solera complexity without a premium price tag, making it one of the stronger values in the category for everyday drinking and cocktails alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Savory \u0026amp; James Amontillado?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this Amontillado from mass-market sherry is its origin in the Zona de Jerez Superior — the chalky, albariza-soil heartland that produces the region's most structured wines — and a solera process that blends the character of older barrels into every bottle. Its 89-point score from Tastings.com and 2022 IWSC Bronze medal confirm that it competes credibly at its price tier. For drinkers looking to explore the full spectrum of dry sherry beyond Fino, or bartenders seeking a versatile Amontillado for classic cocktails, this bottling delivers genuine depth and regional authenticity without asking for a collector's budget.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Savory \u0026 James Amontillado","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836999659689,"sku":"4021","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Savory--James-Amontillado-Sherry__05611.jpg?v=1730476129"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/savory-james-amontillado.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}