Elegant, complex and gently mature, the Manzanilla Pasada de Sanlúcar from Bodegas Lustau’s Almacenista collection is a refined glimpse into the soul of Sanlúcar. Pale straw in colour, it opens with delicate aromas of green apple, chamomile, toasted almond and the soft whisper of sea breeze drifting through an old bodega. On the palate, it’s bone dry and feather-light, yet carries a beautiful depth, saline, nutty and subtly savoury, with a bright line of acidity that gives it lift and length. There’s a graceful evolution here, the freshness of a young Manzanilla intertwined with the gentle oxidative notes of age, finishing crisp, elegant and quietly profound.

For when: the evening starts with conversation and a plate of anchovies.
Pairs with: salted almonds, oysters, prawns, or thinly sliced Ibérico ham.

This 100% Palomino Manzanilla Pasada comes from a solera of 80 casks ageing in the bodega of Manuel Cuevas Jurado on Calle Trabajadero in Sanlúcar de Barrameda, a site just steps from the ocean, where humidity and salt define the very character of the wine. Aged longer than a classic Manzanilla, the Pasada develops a deeper, more savoury personality as its protective layer of flor naturally thins with time, allowing a whisper of oxidation to add complexity.

Part of Lustau’s revered Almacenista range, this bottling celebrates the small, independent cellar masters who have kept the Sherry tradition alive for generations. In the glass, it’s a meeting of freshness and quiet maturity, a true reflection of Sanlúcar’s maritime soul and Lustau’s unrivalled craftsmanship. Serve chilled at 7–9°C and let it transport you straight to the Andalusian coast.