Palomino from the countryside surrounding Cadiz is a curious case. It is a style of wine that has existed for centuries, was once among the most popular wines in the world and offers a unique combination of salt and spice. Very few people have heard of it these days because almost all Palomino from Cadiz is made into Sherry, a style that has defined Andalucian wine since the 1860s. Bodegas Barbadillo makes some of the very best Sherry available, but at just over 200 years old, the winery is old enough to remember what Palomino was like before the age of Sherry. This wine comes from very old, low-yielding vines found throughout Barbadillo's vineyards, and gives a more intense flavor than usual. White plums, peaches and apples mingle on the nose with a briny element. The palate is crisp and refreshing like a wine from a much cooler climate, with plenty of mineral depth and dimension.