COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Macabeo, Xarel·lo, Parellada
PRODUCER
Albet i Noya
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Petit Albet Brut is a white sparkling wine from Albet i Noya, a pioneering organic winery in Spain's Penedès DO. The wine is crafted from Macabeo, Xarel·lo, and Parellada grapes, adhering to the 'Classic Penedès' designation, which mandates 100% organic farming, 100% Penedès origin, and the use of 100% reserve wine. The Albet i Noya family has a long history in winemaking, with a strong commitment to sustainable agriculture and producing wines with minimal intervention. The vineyards are located in the Ordal Mountains, characterized by clay, sand, and limestone soils.
ALCOHOL
11.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
5-7°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
First winery in Spain to commit to organic viticulture.
Fact 02
Uses traditional Penedès grapes: Macabeo, Xarel·lo, Parellada.
Fact 03
Certified vegan wine.
Fact 04
A 'Classic Penedès' wine with strict origin and production criteria.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Petit Albet Brut is produced using the traditional method, involving a second fermentation in the bottle. The grapes undergo a slow fermentation at low temperatures. Following this, the wine is aged on its lees for a minimum of 15 months, contributing to its texture and complexity. Albet i Noya practices organic viticulture, adhering to sustainable farming methods and aiming for low sulfur content in their wines.
