Poley Oloroso en Rama Solera 15 Años 50Cl.

The Poley Oloroso en Rama Solera 15 Años from Bodegas Toro Albalá is one of the most singular and representative jewels of the Montilla-Moriles Protected Designation of Origin.

Made exclusively from grapes of the Pedro Ximénez variety, this fortified wine breaks with traditional patterns by not requiring additional alcoholic fortification, reaching its 17.5% vol. completely naturally thanks to the concentration of sugars and evaporation during its prolonged aging.

Founded in 1844 in Aguilar de la Frontera, the mythical Toro Albalá winery has managed to preserve the legacy of Andalusian fortified wines under the technical direction of Antonio Sánchez. The Pedro Ximénez grapes come from their own vineyards located in estates of exceptional quality, characterized by their albariza soils (chalky and white terroir that retains moisture optimally during the hot summers of Córdoba).

After a meticulous manual harvest at the end of August, the finest free-run musts are selected to begin a strict oxidative aging. This oloroso en rama ages for an average of 15 years in American oak casks using the traditional system of criaderas and solera. By being bottled 'en rama' (without aggressive filtering or clarifying), the wine retains all its purity, complexity, and organoleptic richness intact.

The result is a fortified wine with a dry, saline, and deeply structured profile, which pays tribute to the ancient Arabic name of Aguilar de la Frontera ('Poley'). It is a cult wine for sommeliers and collectors looking for the maximum expression of the Andalusian terroir. The prolonged oxidative aging in the historic cellars of Toro Albalá allows oxygen to interact slowly with the wine through the pores of the wood, providing an unparalleled aromatic complexity and a velvety texture on the palate.

Each bottle of Poley Oloroso 15 Años reflects the craftsmanship and patience required to tame the strength of dry Pedro Ximénez. This wine stands out not only for its historical value, but also for its gastronomic versatility, being able to harmonize with dishes that are traditionally difficult to pair.

Tasting Note of Poley Oloroso en Rama Solera 15 Años:

Visual Phase: Bright mahogany color with old gold rims and a dense, slow-evolving tear in the glass.

Olfactory Phase: High and complex aromatic intensity. Notes of noble wood and old American oak stand out, accompanied by hints of toffee, candied nuts (walnuts, hazelnuts), subtle smoke, vanilla, and a background of dry leaves and blonde tobacco.

Gustatory Phase: On the palate it is dry, broad, and very structured. It presents a silky entry that quickly gives way to a pleasant salinity and an elegant bitterness. Persistent finish with retronasal hints of cocoa, dried fruits, and seasoned wood.

Technical Specifications: 100% Pedro Ximénez variety; Alcohol: 17.5% vol.; D.O.P. Montilla-Moriles; Aging: 15 years on average.

Value Points

Albariza Terroir: Pedro Ximénez grapes grown in albariza chalky soils in the D.O.P. Montilla-Moriles, providing minerality and finesse.

15-Year Oxidative Aging: Aged using the traditional system of criaderas and soleras in American oak casks.

Embotellado En Rama: Without aggressive clarifying or filtering, maintaining its purity and original character.

Without Fortifying: Achieves its alcohol content of 17.5% vol. naturally by concentra

Service Protocol

Serve at a recommended temperature of between 12 and 14 ºC in a fortified wine tasting glass or a medium-sized white wine glass to favor oxygenation and the expression of its complex aromas.

It is an exceptional gastronomic accompaniment for stewed meats, game stews, cured cheeses, Iberian acorn-fed ham, as well as complex ingredients such as artichokes, asparagus, and dishes with smoky touches.