Sherry is a fortified wine, originally made in and around the townof Jerez in the Andalusia region of southern Spain. Today it isproduced in various places around the world such as the United States,Australia, and South Africa.
Sherries come in several different qualities, and range in color,flavor and sweetness:
Fino Sherry is dry and light, while Manzanillas arevery dry, delicate finos with a hint of saltiness.
Amontillado Sherry, or Milk Sherry, has a nuttyflavor and is sweeter, softer and darker in color than finos.
Oloroso Sherry, often labeled Cream Sherry orGolden Sherry has a fuller flavor and is darker than dry ormedium sherries. This sherry is usually aged longer and is also moreexpensive.
Sherries can be drunk as an aperitif or after dinner. Dry sherriesare usually drunk chilled, while sweet sherries are served at roomtemperature.