Hailing from Jeres de la Frontera in Spain, Massandra Sherry is believed to be one of Europe’s oldest wines. It is from the Massandra Winery collection, which is known as the ‘Treasure Trove of Wines’ because it includes over a million vintages and preserves one bottle of everything it produces in its library. The creation process has been gatekept by the winemakers. It has a deep golden hue and its flavour profile has hints of bitter almond and walnut.

It is famous for its powerful “manly strength”, which is enhanced by the typical sherry nose of raisins and roasted nuts. In 2001, a single bottle of Massandra Sherry 1775 was auctioned for $43,500 in London to an unidentified buyer. Aged wine embodies fascinating history and remarkable craftsmanship. Needless to say, developing a palate for fine wine is a luxury worth striving for.