Raventos I Blanc Blanc de Blancs 2023

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling White
Producer:
 
Raventos I Blanc
Label Name:
 
Blanc de Blancs
Vintage:
 
2023
Country:
 
Spain
Region:
 
Penedès (Vinya del Llac / La Plana vineyard)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.25%
Grape(s):
 
Xarel·lo 50%, Macabeu (Macabeo) 35%, Parellada 10%, Malvasia de Sitges 5%
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
6-8°C

Awards/Ratings
92 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate; Classified Extra Brut. 08

Tasting Note
Fresh, mineral-driven with fine persistent bubbles; aromas of Mediterranean herbs, dry hay, citrus and orchard fruit. Vibrant, saline palate with crunchy acidity, fine mousse and a focused extra‑brut finish.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, ceviche, grilled prawns, roast chicken, creamy cheeses (Brie, Camembert), tapas. Asian: sushi/sashimi, tempura, miso-glazed fish, light Thai fish curries, Korean seafood pancakes (haemul-pajeon).

Production Method
Traditional method (second fermentation in bottle). Slow, low-pressure pressing; first fermentation in stainless steel with native yeasts; minimum 18 months on lees; biodynamic viticulture; disgorgement date printed on label.

Vineyard Info
Raventós i Blanc: family estate since 1497. Certified organic (CCPAE) since 2009 and biodynamic (Demeter) since 2013. Estate-wide regenerative practices; mixed farms and ~50 ha vineyards on a ~90 ha estate.