Raventós i Blanc "Textures De Pedra" Blanc de Negres Brut Penedes 2020

True to its name, this is an unapologetically textural and mineral wine, with a pointed zestiness softened by the creamy, lively mousse. Pink grapefruit, blood orange, toasted almonds and red apple peel mingle in the mouth, supported by a muscular acidity. Pickled walnuts, wet stone, moss, orange sherbet and pith play in the background. Broad-shouldered yet very elegant. A very serious sparkling Mediterranean wine.

The 2020 Brut Nature Textures de Pedra is composed of 50% Xarel-lo Vermell, 25% Sumoll and 25% Bastard Negre, sourced from Conca del Riu Anoia in Penedès. Aged 42 months on the lees, this light yellow wine reveals aromas of bakery, bay leaf and lime, complemented by deep citrus layers. Dry and ethereal on the palate, the vibrant, saline acidity leads to a refreshing and textured mouthfeel. This joyful and vivid sparkling wine boasts a heightened core thanks to the red varieties in the blend.

The Xarel-lo and Bastard Negre are from Vinya Més Alta, located at the top of the Serral hill, the highest plot on the estate -- an unusual stony soiled vineyard with excellent drainage and low yields. The Sumoll is from a high altitude vineyard in the West of the Conca del Riu Anoia. Practicing biodynamic (Demeter).

Hand-harvested and made in the Traditional (Champagne) Method. Vinification was done separately by variety in stainless steel tanks, followed by blending and secondary fermentation in the bottle, aged with the lees for a minimum of 48 months. Zero Dosage. The disgorging date is indicated on the back label.