Description

THE VINEYARDS: Penedès terroir

• • • Grape varieties: Xarel.lo, Sauvignon blanc and Pinot noir. 100% Organic certificate vineyards.
    • Region: D.O. Penedes. Sub region: Upper Penedes (Sauvign blanc and Pinot noir) and Central Penedes (Xarel.lo).
    • Altitude of the vineyards: 150m (Xarel.lo) and 250 m (Sauvignon blanc and Pinot noir).
    • Climate: mild Mediterranean.
    • Annual rainfall: an average of 465 liters per square meter.
    • Soil: clay and calcareous.

WINEMAKING

• • • • Harvest: hand gathered to select the best grapes. The harvest starts at the end of August with the Pinot noir and the Sauvignon banc and in mid-September with the Xarel.lo.
      • Pressing and must fermentation: pneumatic press. Musts selection, only the best juices will be for the Fragancia de Marta elaboration.
      • Each variety of grapes fermented separately at a constant temperature of 16oC in small stainless steel tanks.
      • Blend: Xarel.lo 50% Sauvignon blanc 47% and 3% Pinot noir. Fermentation temperature: 15-16 ºC.
      • Limited production: 13.800 bottles.

TASTING NOTES

• • • • • Appearance: It presents a beautiful pale rosé color.
        • Aroma: It’ s fresh with fruity (tropical and white fruit) and floral notes. Palate: It has a good balance with smooth palate and pleasant finish.
        • Gastronomy: It’ s recommended for aperitif, assorted salads, pasta, rice and fish dishes. Enjoy anytime of the day.
        • Tips: served cold, between 6ºC to 8ºC, in wine glass type, transparent, thin and without decoration.

Ramon Canals
Owner and winemaker