Gramona Xarel Lo Font Jui 2022

Gramona is a historic family winery in the Penedès region near Barcelona, with roots stretching back to the 19th century and now run by the fifth generation, Jaume and Xavier Gramona. The estate works with a deep respect for traditional viticulture combined with innovation, and has embraced organic and biodynamic farming, with many vineyards certified under the Demeter standard. Vineyards are planted primarily on clay limestone soils near the Anoia River, with parcels such as Font Jui prized for their expression of Xarel·lo’s terroir. Xarel·lo is a native Catalan white grape variety valued for its crisp acidity, aromatic complexity and ability to develop richness and texture with age. The estate follows low intervention, environmentally conscious practices to nurture biodiversity, maintain healthy soils and fully express site character in its wines.

Gramona Xarel·lo Font Jui 2022 is made from organically and biodynamically grown in the Font Jui vineyard. The grapes are hand harvested, sorted and gently whole cluster pressed, using only free run juice. Fermentation occurs at controlled cool temperatures, followed by around three months ageing in 300 litre, fine grain French oak barrels. Approximately one third of the oak is new and the remainder second and third use to respect the varietal character. The wine shows expressive aromas of quince, peach, citrus and fresh herbs, with saline minerality and a rich, unctuous palate balanced by fresh acidity. Its texture and complexity make it a superb match with grilled white fish, seafood, shellfish and light Mediterranean dishes, served at around 8-10°C.