Lustau VORS Amontillado 30 YO NV

Lustau VORS Amontillado 30 Year Old is one of the most profound expressions of aged sherry from Jerez, Spain. The VORS (Very Old Rare Sherry) classification guarantees a minimum average age of 30 years, with some components in the solera even older. The wine begins life under flor like a Fino, before evolving through decades of oxidative ageing in Lustau’s historic cellars. This dual ageing process results in extraordinary concentration, finesse, and dryness. Bottled in limited quantities, it is unfiltered and represents the pinnacle of traditional Amontillado production.

Bouquet
Intensely aromatic and savoury. Expect notes of toasted almond, sea spray, antique wood, and dried citrus peel. Deeper layers of varnish, tobacco leaf, and chamomile add complexity and intrigue.

Palate
Bone dry and razor-sharp, yet round and deeply nuanced. Flavours of roasted hazelnuts, salted caramel, bitter orange, and subtle spice unfold on a linear frame. There’s a searing mineral backbone and long, saline finish, showcasing both age and elegance. A wine of tension, energy, and historic depth.

Food Pairing
Best served slightly chilled in a white wine glass. Enjoy with jamón Ibérico, aged cheeses, anchovies, or salted almonds. Also a brilliant partner to consommé, grilled mushrooms, or artichokes—foods that challenge most wines. For the adventurous: try with smoked eel or ramen.

Cellaring
This is a wine already at peak maturity. Once opened, it will remain stable for weeks, even months, when stored sealed and cool. Unopened, it can hold for many years without deterioration.

Interesting Fact
Amontillado is a style steeped in legend—referenced famously in literature (like Edgar Allan Poe) and prized for its transition from flor-aged Fino to richly oxidative layers. Lustau’s VORS version is among the most celebrated in the world.

Size: 500ml
ABV: 21.5%