Unquestionably socks for connoisseurs here, using Escorial, known as the most luxurious wool known to man, Pantherella has the exclusive rights to manufacture Escorial socks. This rare wool, now relegated to just three remaining sheep flocks in the world, was once the preserve of 16th Century Spanish royalty, but now you can enjoy it too.These ‘Hemmingway’ Pantherella Fine Gauge Escorial Wool Ribbed Socks are made in a classic half calf, with hand linked toes for smooth seams, in the company’s Leicestershire factory to a fine gauge and in a 5x3 rib. This sophisticated, soft and fine yet durable Escorial wool has natural elasticity, with surprising warmth for its thickness, and remains very breathable for total comfort.