Selma 2019

Wine Description for Selma 2019 by Familia Nin Ortiz

Colour & Appearance

Sparkling, intense golden yellow in the glass – a wine that already promises maturity and substance visually.

Nose

Radiant and complex, this extraordinary white wine presents itself with distinction. The nose reveals a fascinating kaleidoscope of lime, grapefruit and orange, complemented by riper notes of apricot and young mango. Floral hints merge with subtle roasted notes of vanilla, coffee with milk and brittle – a skilful interplay between fruit and delicate oak spice. The cool, almost alpine freshness is remarkable and immediately awakens anticipation.

Palate

On the palate, Selma reveals its true class: juicy, pale fruit with accents of pear and quince, carried by an invigorating, precise acidity that echoes the citrus aromas of the nose. With moderate 12.5% alcohol, it embodies pure elegance and drinkability. The texture is silky, the balance flawless – a wine of remarkable finesse that combines concentration with lightness.

Finish

Long-lasting and fresh, with lingering citrus notes and a mineral precision that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

The vineyard El Plà de Manlleu lies at an impressive 750 metres altitude in Alt Penedès, Ester Nin’s homeland. The soils of clay and limestone on one hectare of land lend this wine its mineral precision and cool elegance.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A field blend of Roussanne, Marsanne, Chenin Blanc and Parellada Montonega – an unusual, ambitious assemblage. After slow pressing, there followed a two-day skin contact maceration with stems, followed by spontaneous fermentation in barrique. Eight months of ageing in barrels between 225 and 300 litres and three years of bottle maturity have given this wine its remarkable complexity and harmony.

Food Pairing Suggestions

An ideal companion to brown crabs with tarragon beurre blanc and caviar, char on kohlrabi with passion fruit and mint dressing or temaki with avocado and fermented soybeans. Generally, it harmonises beautifully with fine, elegant cuisine.

Special Characteristics

This wine benefits from decanting and generous glasses. It possesses excellent ageing potential for years to come and even gains in expression a day after opening when stored in the refrigerator.