Strangely, the origin of Croft Original, currently produced by the Gonzalez-Byass sherry cellars in Jerez, is Bristol. In the finish, this wine from the wine-growing region of Andalusia finally inspires with considerable length.

Like all fine white wines, Croft Original is best served chilled from the fridge, as an apperitif, or as a delicious accompaniment to pate, salmon or a fresh fruit salad. This makes them a refreshing alternative to the typical dark variety, as they’re light and very easy to drink.Whilst tradition remains, some producers are really pushing boundaries making Spain one country to keep coming back to.

We take care to make sure product details are correct but the information shown, including vegan and vegetarian suitability, ingredients, and alcohol by volume (ABV) may change. The most famous pale cream Sherry in the world produced by careful blending to create a sweet sherry which is lighter and fresher than traditional sweet sherry but more appealing. Gonzalez Byass can offer a wide variety of Sherries, from crisp, dry Finos to rich, nutty 30 year old dessert wines. Croft Original is a blend of the pale dryness of a quality Fino with the added depth and body of a Cream.Pale and delicate, Croft Sherry is refreshingly crisp with an aromatic finish that makes it easy to serve – and even easier to drink. It is possible to book tours of the winery owned by Gonzalez Byass, producers of Croft, in Croft’s hometown of Jerez, Spain. While we have taken care in preparing this summary and believe it is accurate, it is not a substitute for your reading the product packaging and label prior to use.

You couldn’t possibly imagine a true English gentleman drinking this kind of wine in the social club with the rest of his friends, could you? On the palate, the texture of this punchy Fortified Wine presents as wonderfully light, melty and creamy. Croft sherries combine the depth and sweet finish of a Cream with the crisp features of a quality Fino. Gonzalez Byass owns 850 hectares of vineyards, all situated in the best area of Jerez, known as Jerez Superior.Here the chalky Albariza soils and the warm atlantic climate contribute to the character of the Palomino grapes. Although this style has been around for years, the Croft Original brand didn’t emerge until 1970 when, during the sherry boom years, Harveys and Croft and Co. Inn Express provides this information in good faith, but it's important to note that its accuracy and completeness depend on the suppliers. With a great marketing vision, this entrepreneur named these sweet wines from the south of Spain “Bristol Milk”, because they were offered as the best possible food for newborn babies and mothers of young children.