Pardas believes Xarel.lo is the most noble of the native Catalan white varieties. This cuvee, blended from two sites planted in 1965 and 1979, is rich with a vibrant acidity and fine toasty notes.
Region:
Catalunya
Appellation:
Penedès
Variety / Blend:
Xarel.lo:
Climate:
Mediterranean-maritime
Soils:
Clay and limestone
Farming:
Certified organic
Altitude:
200-300 metres
Fermentation:
6-7 hours on skins, cool ferment in stainless steel
Ageing:
Part aged for 8 months in 500l new French oak, the rest in concrete eggs.