Soluqua PX
A remarkable offering from Baron that has spent 30 years as an average in a solera of only American oak. A truly rewarding experience to taste the freshness if its fruit.
Soluqua is Barón’s premium range, sourced from the old wines that used to be reserved for family consumption.
Soluqua references the Latin name for Sanlúcar; the themed labels are inspired by the traditional mudejar tiles seen around the town.
A dark, dense, tarry and mature sherry/dessert wine with aromas of roasted coffee and honey, lifted with alcohol notes of brandy and cherry liqueur. The palate is raisiny with a little citrus to balance the sweetness.
About the Producer
Bodegas Baron
Bodegas Barón can trace its origins back to 1631 and thus be considered the oldest of sherry bodegas.
In its present structure it was founded by Manuel Barón Fernández in 1895 who acquired some old soleras from Anselmo Paz, an almacenista in Sanlúcar de Barrameda. Manuel Barón’s wife, though, had a much older family history in sherry.
Today, ten generations later, the company is owned by Jose Rodriguez Jiménez and his sons Juan Luis and Jose. It has been in their hands since 1984 and the young brothers are a dynamic force, who in 2014 oversaw the makeover of the entire range with new styles and importantly new labels. It is both one of the oldest and one of the most progressive quality producers – and new to the UK market.
It consists of two bodegas: Molinillos, the oldest in Sanlúcar, whose central naves date back to 1631 and where the 150 year old soleras of Anselmo Paz are guarded. The larger, more modern, El Hato is used for storage and holds 10,000 butts. They own three vineyards (around 140ha), all on albariza soil: Finca Atalaya (previously owned by Osborne), Finca Martín Miguel and Finca Poedo; of which 50ha are in Sanlúcar de Barrameda for the production of Manzanilla.
Barón has rebranded its production into three contemporary brands – Micaela, Xixarito and Soluqua – all with modern, eye-catching labels.
