D.O.Penedes/AT Roca,Janes 0.75l

Grape variety: 100% Xarel·lo

Vineyard:
The grapes come from the single historic Les Janes vineyard in the village of Sant Sebastià dels Gorgs in the Costers de l'Ordal area (Corpinnat). The vineyard was planted back in 1948, lies at an altitude of 225 m above sea level and grows on limestone soils rich in marine fossils, which give the wine a pronounced mineral character. Cultivation follows the principles of ecological and regenerative viticulture and the grapes are harvested exclusively by hand. Production is very limited, with only 861 bottles made per year.

Ageing:
After hand harvesting, whole grape bunches are gently cold-pressed without destemming. The base wine ferments using native (indigenous) yeasts and then ages for 12 months in older 500-litre French oak barrels. Secondary fermentation takes place using the traditional method directly in the bottle, using fresh must from the same vineyard from the following harvest, which provides natural sugars and yeasts. The wine then ages for at least 40 months on the lees under a natural cork. Riddling and disgorging are done by hand and without freezing. The wine is made as Brut Nature, with no added dosage liqueur, is not filtered or fined, and no sulphites are added during production.

Taste and aroma:
The aroma blends notes of ripe fruit with delicate citrus nuances, complemented by the aroma of roasted almonds, butter and delicate herbs reminiscent of fennel. On the palate the wine is fresh, structured and mineral, with a beautifully integrated fine mousse and creamy texture. Pronounced acidity gives the wine energy, a long finish and remarkable elegance.

Tasting notes:
The recommended serving temperature is 6–8 °C. It is excellent as a festive aperitif as well as with oysters, seafood, grilled fish, delicate poultry dishes or mature cheeses. Thanks to its complexity and long ageing you can also enjoy it on its own on special occasions.

Alcohol content: 12%
Origin: Spain, D.O. Penedès (Catalonia)