Lustau Fino del Puerto J.L. González Obregón
A fino with its own name
Platino 2019
Decanter World Wine Awards
Lustau Fino del Puerto J.L. González Obregón is a fino produced by González Obregón and bottled by Lustau for their Almacenista range. It stands out for its elegance and its deep aromas of yeast, almonds, and bajamar, so characteristic of this area. One of the best wines from El Puerto de Santa María.
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General features
Type of wine
Grape variety
100% Palomino Fino
Type of barrel
American oak barrels
Type of bottle
Sherry
Barrel aging time
5 years
Capacity (cl)
50
Total acidity (g/l)
4.5
Volatile acidity (g/l)
0.2
Sugar
1
pH
3
Alcohol content (% vol.)
15
General Information
Lustau Fino del Puerto J.L. González Obregón comes from a solera of 143 barrels that the winemaker José Luis González Obregón has in the coastal town of El Puerto de Santa María, where he produces some of the most exclusive and elegant wines of Jerez.
The Almacenista Collection, of which this wine is a part, pays tribute to the small artisan winemakers of Jerez who, like Emilio Lustau in his early days, produce exceptional wines in small batches. Lustau selects and bottles them just as they are drawn from their original soleras, adding the winemaker's name to the label. This is the case with Lustau Fino del Puerto J.L. González Obregón, a wine of very limited production and great exclusivity. González Obregón also produces an Oloroso and an Amontillado that are also part of this esteemed collection.
Lustau Fino del Puerto J.L. González Obregón (D.O. Jerez-Xérès-Sherry) is an exceptional wine, perfect as an aperitif, with Iberian ham, pickles, or salted preserves. It also pairs well with fresh fish, oysters, and rockfish.
Bodegas Lustau is the only winery that produces wines in the three municipalities that make up the Jerez Triangle: Jerez de la Frontera, El Puerto de Santa María, and Sanlúcar de Barrameda. Its extensive portfolio allows for a complete journey through the history and types of Jerez wines, and it is also one of the most awarded and internationally recognized wineries.
Tasting notes
Pale straw yellow in color.
On the nose, the aromas of yeast and breadcrumbs, quince, and almonds stand out. With a deep saline and iodized background reminiscent of low tide.
On the palate, it is dry and sharp, with almond notes and a persistent finish.
The winery
Winery
The Lustau Fine Selected Wines winery was founded in 1896, and during the last quarter of a century, it has been dedicated to aging, producing, and marketing high-quality wines, brandies, and vinegars from Jerez. This historic winery in the Jerez region, with a presence in the three areas that make up this region (Jerez de la Frontera, El Puerto de Santa María, and Sanlúcar de Barrameda), has specialized in the Premium segment, positioning itself in the best restaurants and wine shops across the five continents. It has achieved this not only due to the quality of its wines but also thanks to the global recognition garnered in various international competitions. Lustau currently belongs to Grupo Caballero and boasts the widest range of Jerez and Manzanilla wines in its portfolio, producing over forty wines aged in the three cities that form the framework of this Denomination of Origin. To achieve this, it offers different ranges, with highlights including the "Solera Reserva," composed of wines aged directly by Lustau in its cellars, and the "Almacenista," made up of small independent winemakers whose wines are marketed by LUSTAU.
From the moment the grapes are born in their vineyards "Montegilillo" and "Las Cruces" until their wines are bottled, the process is slow and meticulous. In between lies the vinification and the fundamental step, the aging in the cellar using the unique solera and criaderas system. This is what gives Jerez wines their true character and personality and ensures a consistent quality over time.
Lustau distances itself from large sales volumes and mass production, always prioritizing quality above all else. Its commercial activity is predominantly export-oriented, with the North American market standing out above the rest. In recent years, Lustau has made a commitment to the Spanish market, and its wines can now be found in the best wine shops, stores, and wine clubs.