Family-run in Stalbridge, Dorset since 1851
Product code: 917408

Barbabillo Extra Dry Sherry

750ml

Does anything recycle its own refuse quite as romantically as wine does? Crusted Port springs to mind, as does Muscadet Sur Lie, but Manzanilla Sherry takes the slightly salty biscuit.

As it ages in oak, its light and tangy character is protected from oxidation by the natural formation of a layer of yeast called flor, which seals the surface of the wine and feeds on its compounds and alcohol.

Oak ageing enables water to evaporate through the wood, maintaining the wine's alcoholic percentage, as well as its delicate body, tanginess and tapas-friendly salty tinge. Bloomin' 'eck, who'd have thought of that? That's what we call flor-ed genius!

Fino style Sherries age under a layer of “flor” (a naturally occurring layer of yeast that grows on top of the wine in the barrel); this ensures the wines do not oxidise as there is no exposure to the air. The cooler maritime microclimate of Sanlúcar ensures flor grows particularly thickly all year round producing these very fresh, tangy Manzanillas, unlike the more oxidised Finos aged in the inland town of Jerez, where the flor dies back in the winter and summer months.


£13.99
(£13.99 / 750ml)

Customer reviews

Excellent


Patricia Caines

Very grateful for your delivery. Staff are always helpful & polite

1 month ago

Lesley Wray

Dikes is a really good store, the staff are very freindly and helpful and the delivery came exactly as expected. Apologies were given for the 2 items they could not supply as I had asked not to be given substitutions.

It is lovely to have access to a great range of good food from a local supplier.

1 month ago

Helen Gould

Usually do my shoping in the store, but since fracturing my leg i have had my groceries delivered.

Once i got used to the web site it was easy to use. The girls who brought the order were helpful.

Excellent service

1 month ago

Jackie Bland

I had to ring the Store and get my order taken back to the shop as it didn't arrive within the slot and I had to leave for an appointment I couldn't be late for. The person I spoke to said the delivery had left 20 minutes prior, we're 15 minutes max away from the store.

Anyway I collected my order later no probs but paid for a delivery.

1 month ago

ALAN RICKARD

Young lady brought everything in and put away in my refrigerators,for me, very sociable and pleasant.said hello on arrival and on leaving she asked if there was anything else she could do for me!

2 months ago

Anonymous

Mixed feelings. Was able to place online order but on delivery date had email to say product was not available and I would be receiving a refund. Disappointing but dealt with quickly by staff

4 months ago

Patricia Caines

Order was good but I did send message to have it delivered as near to 2pm , not 1.15 ,to make sure I was back from visiting Mr CAINES

4 months ago

Diana Sale

Everyone very helpful and polite. Order arrived complete and on time- brilliant!

6 months ago

Anonymous

The most helpful supermarket I have ever had dealings with They deliver my mother's shopping. She has dementia and they are so very helpful, caring and patient. Delivery is always accompanied by a smile and kind words. Good quality products and always good availability.

7 months ago

Andrew Rae

Alway good quality service whether online shopping or face to face in store great friendly welcome. Produce always good quality at a reasonable price

8 months ago
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