Barbadillo Criadera Selection Palo Cortado En Rama
Red 14% ABV ABV Barbadillo
27 February 2026
Bit much for me
I can see why people rate this but it's a lot. Very intense and serious — I was expecting something a bit more easy-drinking. Well made though, just not really my style. Might suit someone who's more into their sherries than I am.
6 January 2026
Solid sherry for the price
Good honest Palo Cortado. You can tell it's en rama because it's got that unfiltered character to it. Well balanced, doesn't taste boozy at all despite being 14%. Would happily buy again.
10 December 2025
Really interesting bottle
Picked this up after the guy in the wine shop recommended it. Never had a Palo Cortado before but really glad I tried it. There's loads going on — it's complex without being hard work, and the finish just keeps going. Great value at under £20.
22 November 2025
Birthday treat that delivered
My partner got me this for my birthday and we ended up nursing the bottle all evening. Really expressive on the nose and the flavours just keep unfolding the longer you sit with it. Genuinely impressed for £19.50.
27 October 2025
Not quite my thing
Bought this for a dinner party and it was a bit divisive. I found it interesting but quite intense — probably needs food to go with it. The acidity is nice and clean though, I'll give it that. Might try it again with some strong cheese.
5 October 2025
Decent with Sunday roast
Saw this on a list of recommended sherries online and thought I'd give it a go. It's dry and structured with good depth — went surprisingly well with roast beef. Not the kind of thing I'd drink every week but a nice change of pace.