{"product_id":"brandy-de-jerez-gran-duque-alba-solera-gran-reserva","title":"Brandy de Jerez Solera Gran Reserva Gran Duque d'Alba Williams \u0026 Humbert 40%","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spain, Andalusia – Jerez de la Frontera (Marco de Jerez), region with Brandy de Jerez Geographical Indication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eRaw materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distillate of native white wines, aged in American and European oak casks. White wines from Palomino and Airén grapes. Demineralized water (to adjust alcohol content). Ex-Oloroso Sherry American oak casks (for aging in the Solera system).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense mahogany with golden reflections, very brilliant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex and articulated bouquet: notes of dried plum, raisins, figs, coffee, dark chocolate, candied orange, vanilla, leather, and pipe tobacco, sometimes with balsamic hints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full, smooth, and balanced on the palate. Intense flavors of plum and dates, caramel, vanilla, toffee, and dark chocolate emerge, with a slight spicy touch and notes of honey and tobacco. Long and enveloping finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% vol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal at 18–22 °C, or even slightly warmed by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect as an after-dinner drink, for meditation, or paired with dark chocolate, aged cheeses, or fine cigars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eTerroir:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produced following the traditional Criaderas and Soleras system, in American oak casks previously used for Oloroso sherry. Aging starts at a minimum of 3 years (legal minimum for Solera Gran Reserva), but in practice reaches up to 10–12 years, providing complexity and consistent quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2256\"\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSlow, low-temperature distillation in stills (alquitaras) of white wines from Palomino and Airén, followed by aging in ex-Oloroso casks according to the Criaderas y Soleras system, with an average aging of over 10 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2359\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Gran Duque d'Alba Solera Gran Reserva 40% is an iconic distillate from Williams \u0026amp; Humbert, a symbol of Jerez excellence. With an average maturation of over 10 years and aging in American oak casks seasoned with Oloroso, it offers a rich, elegant, and persistent sensory bouquet. Perfect as a refined digestif or for a moment of contemplative tasting. All this makes it one of the finest and most awarded expressions in the global brandy landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e GI, Brandy de Jerez – Solera Gran Reserva\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brandy de Jerez, aged Spanish brandy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains traces of natural sulfites from the base wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2613\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003eAwards and ratings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recognized by international critics for its elegance and complexity. \u003cspan\u003e93 points + Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2024. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e91 points + Gold at the San Diego International Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Challenge 2025. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94 points from Wine Enthusiast, described as “rich, bold and almost dessert-like”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003ePhilosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated, traditional production, preservation of the Jerez heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Product images are for illustrative purposes only; the label design or bottle shape may vary depending on the vintage or winery restyling. Order fulfillment is guaranteed, and purely aesthetic differences do not entitle the customer to free returns (more details on the Terms and Conditions page).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Williams \u0026 Humbert","offers":[{"title":"nd \/ 70 cl","offer_id":55108964254044,"sku":"8410028530700","price":47.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/0617\/8908\/files\/Williams_Humbert_Brandy.jpg?v=1754390848","url":"https:\/\/www.tivinum.ch\/en\/products\/brandy-de-jerez-gran-duque-alba-solera-gran-reserva","provider":"Tivinum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}