COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Xarel·lo, Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Mas Comtal
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Mas Comtal Brut Reserva 2018 is a white sparkling wine from the Penedès D.O. in Catalonia, Spain. Produced by the historic, family-owned winery Mas Comtal, which has a legacy dating back to 1355 and was re-established with a focus on organic viticulture in 1993. The wine is made primarily from Xarel·lo grapes, with some sources indicating the inclusion of Chardonnay, from old vines (60-80 years old) grown on calcareous soils at an elevation of 350 meters. It is produced under the Clàssic Penedès designation, emphasizing its traditional method production and organic farming standards.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are located at 350 meters elevation.
Fact 02
Xarel·lo vines are between 60-80 years old.
Fact 03
Practices organic viticulture.
Fact 04
Wine is vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Mas Comtal Brut Reserva 2018 is produced using the traditional method, involving a second fermentation in the bottle to create its effervescence. The winery practices organic viticulture, utilizing native yeasts for fermentation and aiming to reduce sulfite additions. The wine is aged for a minimum of 15 months on its lees, contributing to its complexity and texture. The grapes are sourced from the producer's estate vineyards in Penedès.
