FAIRBANKS SHERRY, California

This is exactly the kind of medium-sweet sherry I’ve been looking for—not too dry, not too cloying. Sipped it chilled as an aperitif last night and it had a lovely, smooth finish that paired perfectly with some almonds.

Used a splash in my paella last night and it added a lovely depth without making the dish overly sweet. It's also pleasant enough to sip on its own as an aperitif.

I picked up a bottle for cooking and ended up sipping it straight instead—it’s that balanced. The medium sweetness works beautifully in both a sherry cream sauce and as a standalone aperitif.