Carlos I Imperial XO

Carlos I Imperial XO is a Brandy de Jerez Solera Gran Reserva from the Osborne distillery – matured using the Solera method, with distillates aged for up to 20 years in oak casks that previously held the finest sherries. This cask history significantly shapes its character.

In the glass, it displays a deep mahogany color with golden highlights. The nose offers aromas of walnut, fig, and hazelnut, underpinned by spicy oak notes. On the palate, it is silky smooth, with a density that suggests extended aging. The finish is long and balanced – not an abrupt end, but a gradual fading of dried fruit and wood spice.

Neat at room temperature or slightly chilled in a nosing glass. Pairs well with dark chocolate, roasted nuts or a mature Manchego cheese – and is a worthy end to a long evening.