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Gran Duque De Alba is a graceful and magnificent example of Brandy de Jerez. This fabulously balanced 10 year old brandy, is aged in American oak casks that previously held Oloroso Sherry in a closely monitored Solera style. The aromas of honeyed wood, subtle spices, plum and prune will render you contemplative while invoking you to imbibe. The mouth-feel is a relaxed suave texture with complimentary flavors that hint at Brazil nuts, almond milk and ripe fruit that linger to give a foreground for elusive nuances of basil, and soft rosemary drenched in honey. All of these niceties merge homogeneously and patiently disperse into a smooth finish indicative of a truly great brandy.
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-- Here is a picture 'as evidence' . . ..GDDA is amazing-- i love it! i am finishing (have finished) my bottle tonight. When you 'review' stuff it seems 'lame' to gush--- but i LOVE THIS BRANDY! [send me more?].
So how about a drink? and do have an awesome weekend!
I have been a fan of Spanish Brandy for a long time and the Gran Duque has had some ups and downs, but looks to be in fine form again.
ReplyDeleteJim, thanks for the comment.. i have (also) been a long time fan of 'Brandy', and Spanish in right up there for me; somehow the Gran Duque had eluded me until these 2 bottles (probably from the same lot, they were acquired around the same time)- so can't really speak to the consistency of offerings, but am glad i got a good one. :)
ReplyDeleteForrest, your bottle is empty!
ReplyDeleteYes, but my heart is full...
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