GRAPES VARITETIES: 87% Palomino, 13% Pedro Ximenez
TASTING NOTES: Cristina shows a bright amber colour. On the nose clean aromas with subtle notes of raisins and figs due to the addition of the Pedro Ximénez. On the palate slightly sweet with hints of American oak and a long finish.
FOOD PAIRINGS: Aperitif | Cheese | Paté
BRAND NAME: Gonzalez Byass
In 1835 Manuel María González bought a small winery in Jerez which he named Tío Pepe after his uncle, who had taught him everything about winemaking traditions in Jerez. That fino would soon start to grow in status in both Spain and abroad to the point that today it stands as one of the most internationally prestigious and recognised Spanish brands.