Essencial

Joan Rubio · Penedes, Spain

Bright aromas of citrus and jasmine, with chalky notes and salty finish.

Farming
Certified organic and biodynamic practices

Harvest Method
Manual harvest

Varietal
100% Xarello

Age of Vineyard
Planted in 1995

Vessel
Oak and stainless steel

Vineyard Yield
23 hl/ha

Soil Type
Calcareous limestone

Annual Production
7,550 bottles

Vinification
After manual selection of the grapes, both in the vineyard and on the selection table, the grapes are separated from the stems and, without pressing, a maceration process of 6 days in stainless steel vessels takes place. The juice is then separated from the cap and spends 2 months in an oak barrel and 6 months in a stainless steel vessel.