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The many pleasures of Sherry

California Sherry has become the country's favorite cocktail and refreshment wine. And for very good reasons. First, of course, it's delicious. And it's versatile. There's a Sherry for any occasion...for every taste and purse. Choose your Sherry from these types: Cocktail Sherry. The delightful nut-like flavor of Sherry, but brilliantly dry. A wonderful Sherry for mixed drinks. Chilled, or over ice, it is superb for guests who prefer a moderate cocktail. Pale Dry Sherry. Very dry with a delicate, nut-like Sherry flavor. Always serve chilled. A delightful before-dinner appetizer. Sherry (Medium). Usually labeled with the word "Sherry". Perhaps what most people like best. Medium-sweet and smooth, not too dry. Cream Sherry. Smooth, rich-bodied, sweet... deep amber in color. Wonderful with desserts ...with apples and nuts...cheese and cakes. For people of most discriminating taste California produces many famous Sherries. Superb Flor Sherry...aged by the centuries-old process. Palomino and others named for grape varieties. Solera Sherries that take years to blend. For the wine in your life...try these great Sherries of California.