noun
- a pale dry sherry wine from Spain, typically aged in wooden casks.
Usage: often capitalized when referring to the specific wine region or designation; wine term
Examples
- The restaurant's wine list featured an excellent amontillado from Jerez.
- He poured a glass of amontillado before dinner.
- Amontillado pairs well with Spanish tapas and seafood.
- The sommelier recommended a vintage amontillado for the tasting menu.
- She collected rare bottles of amontillado from different producers.