Lustau VORS Palo Cortado 30YO NV

The Lustau VORS Palo Cortado 30 Year Old is an extraordinary sherry from Jerez, Spain, certified as VORS (Very Old Rare Sherry)—meaning every drop in the solera is at least 30 years old. Palo Cortado is one of the rarest styles of sherry, combining the aromatic delicacy of Amontillado with the richness of Oloroso. This wine begins ageing biologically under flor before shifting to oxidative ageing, slowly evolving in Lustau’s ancient solera system. Bottled unfiltered and in tiny quantities, it offers complexity, depth, and a unique sensory experience.

Bouquet
Incredibly expressive and savoury. Aromas of roasted hazelnuts, dried orange peel, antique wood, cigar box, and salted caramel rise from the glass. Subtle notes of leather, dried fig, and iodine reveal the wine’s deep oxidative character.

Palate
Intense, dry, and deeply layered. Flavours of toasted nuts, burnt toffee, bitter orange, and balsamic vinegar build across the palate, with salinity and spice in perfect balance. The texture is silky yet commanding, finishing long with a vibrant, lingering savoury snap. A contemplative and unforgettable wine.

Food Pairing
Best served slightly chilled. Pair with Iberico ham, aged Manchego, roasted nuts, or rich pâté. Also exceptional with umami-driven dishes like mushroom risotto or miso-glazed pork. For dessert, try it with dark chocolate or orange-almond cake.

Cellaring
Already matured to perfection and stable in bottle. Can be enjoyed over weeks once opened when stored cool and sealed. Will remain vibrant for years unopened.

Interesting Fact
VORS is one of the rarest designations in the wine world, and Lustau’s Palo Cortado is drawn from a solera that began over three decades ago, overseen by generations of cellar masters. Only a few hundred bottles are released each year.

Size: 500ml
ABV: 21%