Tio pepe vino de jerez 1l

The vineyards in Jerez are unique to the area. The soil in Jerez is majority Albariza, a white soil which contains up to 60% chalk with a large capacity for maintaining moisture. It's very important due to the long, hot and dry summers, as irrigation is prohibited. The grapes used for To Pepe are partially hand harvested in the vineyards of Macharnudo and Carrascal, which are famous for giving a unique complexity to the wines. For all Sherry Wines Gonzalez Byass uses 100% grapes cultivated in the declared Jerez Superior area, which dispose of the best Albariza soils. The Regulatory Council stipulates only 60% coming from Jerez Superior. The area has a unique microclimate influenced by the surrounding Atlantic Ocean with its moist and cool Poniente wind, furthermore by the hot and dry Levante wind coming from north Africa, and by the nearby rivers Guadalquivir and Guadalete. There's an average of 70% humidity and annual rainfall of 600 liters/m2 in the mild winters. The harvest in Jerez begins mid-August and generally lasts for 3 weeks maximum. After Harvest the grapes are transported to the vinification plant in small crates of 15 kilos. Tio Pepe Vino De Jerez, reserve online and collect from our Madrid duty free store before you travel.