NEW Provisions : Toro Albalá Balsamic Vinegars
We're pleased to expand our popular Provisions portfolio with the introduction of these rare and special Toro Albalá Balsamic Vinegars.
Bodegas Toro Albalá is one of the driving forces of D.O.P. Montilla-Moriles, the neighbouring region of the D.O.P. Jerez-Xérès-Sherry. Toro Albalá began here, in the heart of Southern Cordoba, in 1922 with small wine grower José María Toro Albalá.
In the 1960s, José’s nephew, enologist Antonio Sánchez, joined the team, and strengthened the bodega’s crianza system. Antonio brought with him his extensive wine training in France, as well as his bloodline in the vineyards and winery, planted when he was merely six years old. Antonio rightly remains the iconic figure of the winery today (as does his omnipresent sunglasses), and this oenologist, alchemist, and inventor is the one responsible for directing the winery into its highly respected focus on the sweetest of wines, the unsurpassed Pedro Ximénez. Indeed, Toro Albalá continues to be seen as the foremost experts in vintage Pedro Ximénez. This exciting selection of balsamic vinegars is crafted from their extensive PX holdings.
Single bottles are available for purchase on our website here. We've also created a limited number of Toro Albalá Balsamico Mixed Cases, giving you the chance to try all four of these precious small-lot vinegars.
Vinagre Balsámico al Pedro Ximenéz En Barrica 5 años.$15 for 250ml
This delicious vinegar is made from fine wines aged in oak, together with Pedro Ximénez wine reduction that give it an extraordinary fruity touch. It was aged for more than five years to achieve the perfect smoothness and elegance. Aromatic, balanced and surprising.
Authentic dark and bright mahogany with iodine tones. Intense as well as elegant with raisins, roasted coffee, and liquorice are the protagonists. A harmonious balance between sweetness and acidity, with persistent, delicious, and elegant fruit.
Vinagre Balsámico al Pedro Ximenéz Gran Reserva Chef Edition.$30 for 500ml
This Gran Reserva comes from a careful selection of very old Oloroso wines and a reduction of raisined Pedro Ximénez grape must that give the vinegar a great aromatic complexity. A smooth and velvety Gran Reserva vinegar, this special Chef edition was created with lower acidity, making it a natural in the kitchen.
Intense ebony colour, bright with marked iodine touches. Very fruity with pronounced notes of raisined grapes and oak. Gives off a complex, intense aroma. Soft, sweet and velvety. An exquisite flavour.
Vinagre Balsámico al Pedro Ximenéz Premium 25 years. $95 for 250ml
This comes from Olorosos de la Solera wines, to which was added very old Pedro Ximénez wines. The aroma and the body of the Olorosos wines together with the sumptuousness of the Pedros Ximenéz express a world of incomparable sensations.
Intense ebony colour with iodine nuances. Complex aromas, deep with hints of raisined grapes and roasted aromas. Persistent and subtle flavour. The nuances recall the aging in wood, the very old Oloroso wines from which they come, and the Pedro Ximénez wine. An aromatic harmony deserving for haute cuisine.
Vinagre Balsámico al Pedro Ximenéz Premium 50 years.$159 for 250ml
This comes from the Solera de 1960 de Toro Albalá, to which they’ve added small amounts of their oldest Pedro Ximenéz. This is their prized Balsámico, and only 1750 bottles are produced annually.
Intense ebony colour with iodine touches. Slow and long tears. Complex and surprising with a very honeyed finish. It combines iodized, roasted cocoa touches with notes of dehydrated fruits, figs, and dates. On the palate it surprises for its complexity of flavours and the complicity of time that make it sublime.
Mixed Case Toro Albalá Balsamic Vinegars:
4 bottles for $325 + HST.
The Mixed Case price includes delivery in the GTA, and most larger cities in Ontario.
*Prices outside of main cities may incur additional delivery charges.
These mixed cases make great gifts to your friends, family, and clients. We can ship Provisions across Canada. Please inquire for shipping costs.
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Cheers,
Le Sommelier
416.603.7026
bernard@lesommelier.com
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