While "jerez" may be the Spanish word for vsherry, this small city is not confined to this one
alcoholic area of expertise (although it does excel, above and beyond, with its wide array
of wineries and bodegas). Rather, Jerez has quite the array of interests, but we don’t
recommend that they all be combined at once—any mix of sherry, brandy, flamenco, horseback
riding, and speed car racing would not turn out so pretty. However, if utilized and
appreciated individually, any of these fascinating pastimes will be top-quality,
outshining almost any other place on the globe.

And while it may be slightly less tangible, there is definitely one other quality
in which Jerez should take pride—hospitality. Don’t be surprised if you get stopped on the
street by a local because you’re looking a bit lost. He or she will likely offer to walk
you all the way to the Alcázar, Centro Andaluz de Flamenco, or even to his or her favorite
bar for a chilled glass of fino (one of the most popular local sherries). And
on the way, the Jerezian will probably wave to some friends who are enjoying their regular
seat on the patio of one of the many tapas bars.

This peaceful little town proudly situates itself smack dab between Europe and
Africa, thus providing for a unique natural beauty (something you’d never expect while
passing the giant Michelin man and the massive industrial complex on the way here). So
grab a horse, do a dance, watch a race, drink a cup, and enjoy all that Jerez has to
offer—just don’t do it all at once.