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Osborne 103 Solera Reserva Brandy, 70 cl (1 bottle)

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Smell: Medium intensity, fragrant, with a bouquet reminiscent of ripe peach and a delicate touch of oak.Warm and balanced. This Spanish Brandy is obtained from “holandas” (low alcohol content wine spirits) and wine spirits combined with selected distillates of agricultural origin. It’s production and ageing process is characterized by ageing in American oak casks previously seasoned with “Fino” wines from Jerez, following the traditional dynamic ageing processes known as “Criaderas” and “Soleras”. In summary, Brandy 103 is a high-quality alcoholic beverage made with selected grapes and aged in American oak barrels for a minimum of 10 years. Its smooth and balanced flavor, 40% alcohol content, elegant presentation, and versatility make it a perfect choice for any occasion.

They were looking for well-balanced examples, from light and fruity through to more mature examples with oak ageing. Those awarded top marks had a smooth mouthfeel, well-integrated alcohol and complex sweetness. The Osborne Group is the owner of brands such as Fino Quinta, Magno, 103, Toro, Conde de Osborne, Jamones 5J, Montecillo, Osborne Malpica, Anís del Mono and Solán de Cabras. The sherries and brandies produced by the Osborne Group, in its home town of El Puerto de Santa María, are protected under the denomination of origin “Jerez-Xérès-Sherry,” and the specific denomination “Brandy de Jerez.” Brandy 103 is a high-quality alcoholic beverage that stands out for its smooth and balanced flavor. This brandy is made with selected grapes from the Jerez region of Spain and aged in American oak barrels for a minimum of 10 years. As the famous saying goes, not all brandy is cognac, but all cognac is brandy. In other words, cognac is a type of brandy, made specifically in the Cognac region of France. It’s essentially what champagne is to sparkling wine. What does VSOP mean for brandy? Founded in 1772, the Osborne Group is considered to be one of the world’s oldest firms still active in business (ranked 94th) and the second oldest in Spain.

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A family in the sign of Taurus. Osborne, the company was founded more than 200 years ago in the southern Spanish town of El Puerto de Santa María. With the success of innovation and expansion Continuous innovation and expansion characterize the success story of the family business: founded in 1772 with a small bodega for sherry, the family, the company expanded gradually from – first the mid-19th Century in the main segment of brandy. Osborne has expanded in leaps and bounds by the spread of Brandy Osborne on the Spanish market.The emblem of Spain embodies the same temperament, expression and character of Osborne products: Of the full-bodied and powerful brandies on the mild yet spicy sherry to the spirited Solaz wines offers Osborne a wide array of individual flavors. The Osborne House has combined the 18th Century tradition with the highest standards. Due to the outstanding quality, timely and exports a far-sighted marketing at times, not even when this concept existed, the Osborne products have gained international recognition. Even after more than 200 years, is now in its sixth generation to run family tradition.

Brandy and cognac are truly a connoisseur's choice when it comes to distilled spirits. Their smooth, warming character makes them excellent for sipping after meals, while VSOP (very superior old pale) is best served as an apéritif. Or you can give a proper end to your dinner with a glass of calvados. Sweet and fruity, this apple brandy pairs well with rich desserts like chocolate cake and tiramisu. The production process of Brandy 103 is carefully supervised by experts in the field, ensuring its exceptional quality and taste. In addition, its alcohol content of 40% makes it a perfect drink to enjoy on special occasions or to share with friends and family. While a VSOP cognac must be aged for a minimum of four years, an XO or “extra old” cognac requires a minimum of 10 years (up from six years, as of 2018). However, this legally only applies to cognac and armagnac, so you’ll still find the term used widely on other French brandy to demonstrate that it's “extra old”. Brandy 103 comes in an elegant 70 cl glass bottle with a classic and sophisticated design that reflects the quality of its content. Its dark amber color and aroma of nuts and vanilla invite you to taste its smooth and balanced flavor, with notes of wood and spices.

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Like Scotch whisky, older expressions are often considered “better”, but as with anything, it comes down to your personal preference. How we test brandy VSOP stands for “very superior old pale” and means the youngest brandy in the blend has been aged for at least four years. Is VSOP or XO better?

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