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An artisanal and organic wine with a limited production of 1,990 bottles. An exclusive wine made from the Xarel·lo variety, a grape native to Penedès, the region where Jean Leon’s dream became a reality. This varietal wine begins with our finest old vines, harvested and selected by hand. It is a tribute to Jean Leon at his most intuitive, experimental and determined. Proceeds from this wine support the Josep Carreras Foundation and the fight against leukemia.

Wine Concept

Brilliant yellow with predominant aromas of citrus, fennel and aniseed against a white floral backdrop. Fresh upon entry, with clean acidity. Smooth and persistent finish, sweetened by the mouthfilling lushness that comes with lees aging.

APPEARANCE

Brilliant yellow with greenish edge

NOSE

Citrus, fennel, aniseed, white flowers

PALATE

Fresh and elegant entry, moderate structure, fine acidity, smooth and persistent finish

Winemaking

Variety
100% Xarel·lo

Aging
6 months of fine lees aging

Limited production
1,990 bottles

ABV
12.5%

Vinification
alcoholic fermentation

Haverst
9th September

Serving Suggestion

Wonderful with starters like salads, xató and rice dishes. Also pairs nicely with fish, seafood, white meat, Asian recipes, tapas and hors d’oeuvre.

Vineyard

Location

25–30 year-old vineyards located in Alt Penedès at 225 meters

Vineyard

1987-1992 First vineyards planted of Jean Leon

Soil
calcareous clay of sediment origin

Viticulture

Organic since 2008

Organic Wine – Artisanal Wine

 

 

 

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