Penedès, to the south and inland of Barcelona, is the region of Spain best identified with Cava but is also the area that has pioneered the planting of non-Spanish varietals. The success had been in retaining an intrinsically Spanish feel to the wines – or rather a Catalan influence.
Spain - Penedes
Penedès is one of the most ancient viticultural areas in Europe. A high percentage of Spain’s organic producers are found here, historically it has been economically an under-invested region so the practice has been not to give the poor soils expensive chemicals.
Penedès is mostly a Mediterranean climate but has a wide variety of micro-climates, due to its proximity to the coast and a varied terrain ranging from sea level to over 800m in the Alt Penedès. The vineyards here rank among the highest in Europe and the native Parellada grape, used mainly for Cava, is the dominant variety.
Products from this region
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View moreGaia de Loxarel Sauvignon Blanc
PenedesThe name Gaia stands for Mother Earth in Greek mythology, a reminder of the…
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View moreTorres 10 Gran Reserva
PenedesFounded by Mr Jaime Torres Vendrell in 1870, Torres has been producing excellent wines…
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View moreLoxarel Reserva Brut Nature
PenedesMasia Can Mayol is one of a number of producers who no longer apply…
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View moreLoxarel Saniger Brut Reserva
PenedesSaniger is specially blended for the UK market with a little dosage added (though…
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View moreLoxarel Reserva Familar
PenedesSuperb, in both taste and presentation, sparking wine made from Xarel-lo, Macabeu and Chardonnay…
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View moreLoxarel 999 Rosé
PenedesThe wise old owl on the label carefully observes the making of this wine.…
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View moreCora de Loxarel Muscat/Xarel-lo
PenedesA carefully crafted blend of floral Muscat and crisp Xarel-lo (a main grape varietal…
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View morePetit Arnau de Loxarel
PenedesTypically full style Spanish rosé using non native grapes alongside the traditional, the blend…
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View moreEos de Loxarel Syrah
PenedesAn organic 100% Syrah with malolactic fermentation in barrel then aging in oak. Eos…
