Recaredo Corpinnat Reserva Particular Brut Nature 2013 (Disg. Sept. 2022)

Biodynamic. 56% Macabeu, 44% Xarello. Recaredos Reserva Particular was created in 1962 by Josep Mata Capellades, who wanted to unearth the delicacy and subtle complexity of long-aged sparkling wines in the Peneds setting. The Xarello and Macabeu for this bottling are drawn from some of Recaredos oldest vines, planted between 1950 and 1955 in sloping clay soils that give this cuve its breadth and more traditional old-school personality. Aged for 100 months before release, its a beautifully weighted and engagingly complex wine with more classical, old-school Peneds notes of menthol, toasted nuts and spice alongside a refined., delicate mousse flecked with Mediterranean herbs, anise and more spice. Serve this at the table, much as you would a fine, mature white wine (which it is!)