Xarel.lo Pairal 2021
HK$ 518.84
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2021 Xarel.lo Pairal has intense honeyed notes and hints of nuts, perhaps the rusticity and character of the chestnut wood from the barrels where 50% of the wine fermented and matured for six months, while the rest was in stainless steel. It's characterful and tasty, with a dry sensation in the palate and a stony feeling to it, like most of the wines, going beyond the variety. It was produced with grapes from very old vines, east-facing and on soils with a high percentage of active limestone. 2,000 bottles were filled in October 2022.
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Alcohol
13.5%
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Serving
Between 10ºC and 12ºC
Winemaking
Aged for 14 months in chestnut tree barrels.
Description
Xarel-lo Pairal is a white wine that stands out as an emblem of the Xarel-lo variety. Its origins lie in the unique sensibility of Can Rafols and the chalky distinction of the Garraf.
Carlos Esteva, with his vision and passion for wine, consecrated his commitment to the Xarel-lo variety with the launch of this wine in 2000. Inspired by traditional winemaking, he chose chestnut for ageing, as well as grapes from old vineyards planted by his grandfather. The vineyard, known as El Cerezo, is located in the Massís del Garraf at an altitude of 260 metres above sea level. With an extension of 1.40 ha and an age of 70 years, the soil is clayey-limestone, shallow, with a content of up to 40% of active lime and a basic PH of around 8.
Elaboration
It is made entirely from the Xarel-lo variety. The winemaking process begins with a gentle crushing, followed by pressing without destemming. Fermentation is spontaneous and takes place in chestnut barrels for 40 days. Subsequently, the wine is aged on the lees for 6 months. Finally, the wine is aged in the bottle for 24 months.
Taste
Xarel-lo Pairal has a golden yellow colour. On the nose, it is subtle and evokes aromas of stone fruit, such as apricot and peach, complemented by wild herbs and delicate hints of almond and honey. On the palate, it is complex and agile, with tender ripe fruit, aromatic herbs and mineral hints. Good acidity adds freshness, offering a long and deep taste experience.
Shipping to Hong Kong
Estimated transit time: 3 working days.
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