Montilla-Moriles is centred on Pedro Ximénez and produces both dry biologically or oxidatively aged wines and intensely sweet sun-dried grape wines.
Location
Region
Andalusia
Protected status
Protection
DOP · DO
Wine profile
Typical focus
Fino, Amontillado
Varieties
Notable grapes
Pedro Ximénez, Moscatel, Other authorised white grapes
Identity and character
What defines Montilla-Moriles?
Montilla-Moriles is centred on Pedro Ximénez and produces both dry biologically or oxidatively aged wines and intensely sweet sun-dried grape wines.
Growing conditions
Climate
Warm, sunny conditions moderated in coastal zones by Atlantic or Mediterranean influence.
Place and soils
Landscape
White albariza soils, inland hills, coastal vineyards and high-elevation mountain sites.
Wine categories
Characteristic wine styles
- Fino
- Amontillado
- Oloroso
- Pedro Ximénez sweet wines
- Young dry wines
Varieties
Notable grapes
- Pedro Ximénez
- Moscatel
- Other authorised white grapes
At the table
Food pairing ideas
- Fried fish
- Jamón ibérico
- Olives and almonds
- Blue cheese
- Desserts