2018 AT ROCA - ANIMA MUNDI “CAMÍ DELS XPOS” CLASSIC PEDEDÈS – CATALUNYA, SPAIN
Macabeu/Xarel-lo
Winemaking details: Agustí Torello Roca is a fourth-generation sparkling wine maker in Catalunya. His family traditionally made Cava, but he wanted to make wines with more of a sense of place. He grows mostly indigenous varietals in the DO of Classic Pededès, one of the first appellations to require organic farming. These grapes are grown Biodynamically, harvested by hand, and fermented with native yeasts. This wine does not undergo malolactic fermentation to preserve acidity, and is bottled with zero dosage.
Color: Pale straw
Bouquet: Perfumed, citrus blossom, notes of guava.
Palate: Clean and chalky with edgy acidity and a lingering bone-dry finish. Great by itself as an aperitif or with light snacks.
This wine is made to be appreciated within a year.
Further information can be found here: http://www.josepastorselections.com/at-roca.html
2015 CATHERINE LE GOEUIL CARIANNE - CÔTES DU RHÔNE VILLAGES, FRANCE
Grenache/Syrah/Mourvèdre/Carignan/Counoise
Winemaking details: Winemaker Catherine has had a passion for tending her vines organically since she bought her small estate in the Southern Rhone back in 1993. She gained organic certification soon after. After being harvested by hand, the grapes are partially destemmed (the percentage varies by vintage), undergo a spontaneous ferment, and see daily pumpovers. Once dry and gently pressed, the wine is aged in cement and steel, and bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Color: Deep Ruby
Bouquet: Black fruits, violets, thyme, black pepper.
Palate: Floral, savory, and spicy with finesse. Medium body with smooth tannins, fresh acidity, and fruity undertones. This wine pairs perfectly with all sort of beef, lamb, and game dishes.
Drink now or cellar up to five years.
Further information can be found here: https://www.kermitlynch.com/our-wines/catherine-le-goeuil/