Emilio Hidalgo Villapanes Oloroso

Helena Kosta — The wine shop guy was right

8/10

Bloke in my local recommended this when I said I wanted something different for a dinner party. It's got this beautiful balance to it — proper depth without being heavy. Went down a storm with the cheese board at the end of the night.

Haruki Sato — Decent, needs food though

7/10

Tried this on its own first and it was fine but nothing amazing. Then had it with some roast lamb and it properly came alive. The acidity cuts right through rich food. At this price I'd want it to wow me without needing dinner alongside it though.

Sophia Laurent — Converted me to Oloroso

9/10

I always thought sherry was just for grandmas at Christmas but this completely changed my mind. So much going on — rich and layered but still really clean tasting. Already ordered another bottle.