COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Loxarel
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Loxarel Gaia Sauvignon Blanc is a white wine from the Penedès region of Catalonia, Spain. Produced by Loxarel, a winery with a family history stretching back to the 1930s, it is cultivated using ecological and biodynamic farming practices. The winery, located on the Can Mayol estate, emphasizes minimal intervention in its winemaking to express the authenticity of the terroir. Loxarel's vineyards are situated at varied elevations, contributing to the unique character of their wines.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Loxarel's name is an anagram of Xarel-lo, a key grape for the winery.
Fact 02
The winery utilizes amphorae for aging, a technique with over 3,000 years of history.
Fact 03
Vineyards are situated at elevations up to 700 meters, the highest in Penedès.
Fact 04
Loxarel is a pioneer in applying biodynamic agriculture in the region.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Loxarel Gaia Sauvignon Blanc is produced using grapes cultivated through ecological and biodynamic farming. The winemaking process emphasizes minimal intervention, allowing the natural characteristics of the Sauvignon Blanc grape and the Penedès terroir to be expressed. While specific details for the 2022 vintage are limited, Loxarel is known for employing traditional techniques, including the use of amphorae for aging, to craft wines that reflect the essence of their origin.
