Selma 2019

Wine Description for Selma 2019 by Familia Nin Ortiz

Colour & Appearance

Intense, shimmering golden yellow in the glass – a wine that already promises maturity and concentration on the eye.

Nose

Radiant and complex: lime, grapefruit and orange meet ripe apricot and young mango. Beneath these lie floral notes, subtle vanilla, coffee with milk and brittle – the barrique ageing shows itself subtly and perfectly integrated. A cool, mineral freshness runs through the entire aromatic profile and invites you to take another sip.

Palate

Juicy and elegant with pear and quince, carried by a vibrant citrus freshness. The invigorating acidity gives the wine structure and tension, without ever becoming obtrusive. At a moderate 12.5% alcohol, it displays pure finesse – a white wine that combines power with lightness. Benefits noticeably from decanting and large Burgundy glasses.

Finish

Long, cool and mineral with lingering citrus aromas and a saline freshness that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

From the vineyard site El Plà de Manlleu in Alt Penedès, Ester Nin’s homeland. The vines are rooted at 750 metres elevation on clay and limestone – ideal conditions for freshness and minerality in this Mediterranean region of Catalonia.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A fascinating field blend of Roussanne, Marsanne, Chenin Blanc and Parellada Montonega from one hectare of vineyard. Following slow pressing, there was a two-day maceration with skins and stems, spontaneous fermentation in barrique and 8 months ageing in 300- and 225-litre barrels. Subsequently 3 years bottle age – a wine that has been given time.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect companion to spider crab with tarragon beurre blanc and caviar, char on kohlrabi with passion fruit and mint dressing or temaki with avocado, cucumber and fermented soya beans. Generally ideal with refined, elegant cuisine featuring fish and seafood.

Special Characteristics

A wine with considerable ageing potential that continues to improve even after a day in the open bottle in the refrigerator. The signature of Familia Nin Ortiz shows itself in patient, respectful vinification – an authentic expression of the Catalan highlands.