Enoteca, Brut Nature 2006

Wine Description for Enoteca Brut Nature 2006 by Gramona

Colour & Appearance

A radiant straw yellow, threaded with an extremely fine, elegantly rising perlage.

Nose

An uncompromisingly complex entrée: the interplay of aromas reveals ripe and baked fruits such as apple and fig, underpinned by deep earthy nuances and wild mushrooms. Accents of cocoa and roasted brazil nuts lend the nose a tangible maturity and noble elegance.

Palate

On the palate, it reveals impressive power and enormous substance. Tones of baked apple and cinnamon define the full body, whilst a breathtaking balance of ripe density and brilliant freshness carries the wine.

Finish

The finish is remarkably supple, with magnificent length and an intellectual depth that lingers long after the last sip.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes originate from the single vineyard site Finca Font Jui in Sant Sadurní d’Anoia in Penedès. The local calcareous soils with fossil deposits form the foundation for the crystalline backbone of this top-tier Spanish sparkling wine.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A cuvée of 60% Xarel·lo and 40% Macabeo. The wine was produced using the méthode traditionelle and aged on its lees for an incredible 160 months in the bottle to unlock its full energetic potential. Bottled as a dry Brut Nature with 12.0% ABV.

Food Pairings

A powerful partner for haute cuisine. Pairs excellently with roasted duck with sautéed pak choi, grilled sole with brown butter, or intensely aromatic, creamy cheeses.

Particularities

A milestone in Spanish sparkling winemaking: through organic management of the vineyards and radical long lees ageing, Gramona proves that mature sparkling wines from Penedès belong to the absolute global elite. Produced only in selected vintages and in very limited quantities.