Toneles Moscatel is a sweet wine from Valdespino, one of the oldest and most respected Sherry houses in Spain, with a history dating back to the 15th century. It is made from the Moscatel grape, sourced from warm vineyard sites around Jerez, where intense sunlight allows for high natural sugar concentration.
After harvest, the grapes are often sun-dried to further concentrate sugars and aromatic compounds, a traditional practice for this style. Aromatically, the wine is rich and expressive, with notes of raisins, figs, honey, and caramel, complemented by floral hints of orange blossom and subtle spice.
On the palate, it is full-bodied and smooth, with pronounced sweetness balanced by freshness and gentle acidity. The finish is long and persistent, marked by lingering dried fruit and honeyed tones.
Aging through the solera system adds further complexity and integration, contributing to its layered profile. Toneles Moscatel pairs well with chocolate-based desserts, dried fruits, and blue cheeses, where its sweetness and intensity are well matched.
It represents a classic expression of traditional sweet wine production in Jerez, focused on concentration, aromatic richness, and depth.
Producer
Valdespino is one of the oldest and most prestigious wineries in the Jerez de la Frontera region of Spain, with a sherry-making tradition dating back to the 13th century. The winery is unique for producing wines from the renowned Pago de Macharnudo Alto vineyard, the most important "cru" in Jerez and one of the most esteemed in the world. Valdespino is known for its commitment to traditional production methods, including fermentation in oak barrels and long aging processes, resulting in sherry wines of exceptional complexity and character.
Their collection includes various styles of sherry, such as Fino, Manzanilla, Amontillado, Oloroso, and Palo Cortado, each with its own distinctive characteristics.