Cardenal Mendoza Carta Real Brandy de Jerez is a specially aged brandy from Jerez de la Frontera in Spain. The wine spirits selected for this bottling are aged for over 25 years using the traditional Solera method, which gives them their distinctive depth and complexity. American white oak casks, previously used to age Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherry, are used for the ageing process. These former sherry casks play a key role in shaping the character of the Carta Real, combining the long cask ageing with the typical influences of the historic sherry region of Jerez. As a Brandy de Jerez, this bottling thus represents one of the most renowned Spanish traditions in the production of aged brandies.


At 40 per cent, the Cardenal Mendoza Carta Real is presented in a 0.7-litre bottle in a high-quality tin box. Its exceptionally long ageing period of more than a quarter of a century sets it apart within the range and makes it particularly appealing to connoisseurs of long-aged Brandy de Jerez. The combination of Solera ageing, American white oak and former Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherry casks creates a multi-layered profile in which cask character, fruit and spice are closely intertwined. The elegant presentation in a metal tins emphasises the Carta Real’s premium status and makes this bottling a high-quality gift idea for connoisseurs of Spanish brandies.

Tasting Note

Colour: Dark mahogany with warm amber highlights.

Nose: Rich and complex with pronounced notes of ageing, old wood, plums and sweet raisins, complemented by berries and delicate caramel cream.

Palate: Velvety smooth yet full-bodied, with delicate fruit, vanilla and caramel, accompanied by berries, robust spice and harmoniously integrated oak.

Finish: Long-lasting and multi-faceted with ripe fruit, spicy woody notes and a pleasantly warming aftertaste.

The Cardenal Mendoza Carta Real Brandy de Jerez is best enjoyed neat at around 18–20 °C and is particularly suitable as a digestif after a good meal. Culinary pairings include dark chocolate, roasted almonds, walnuts or mature hard cheese. Desserts featuring caramel, dried fruit or dark cocoa also complement the influences of the Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez casks well. Due to its long ageing process, it is particularly recommended to enjoy it unadulterated from a suitable brandy glass.

Distributor/Importer:

Distributor/Importer: Henkell Freixenet Austria GmbH, Wienerbergstraße 11/14 OG, 1100 Vienna, Austria, office.at@henkell-freixenet.com

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