Gramona La Cuvee Corpinnat 2018

Organic / Biodynamic

Grape varieties: Xarel.lo (50%), Macabeu (30%), Chardonnay (15%), Parellada (5%)

Age of vines: 35-50 years old

Farming: Certified organic (CCPAE)

Soils: Clay limestone

Fermentation: Hand harvested, whole cluster pressing, each variety fermented separately in tank

Aging: 6 months in tank, blended, secondary fermentation in bottle, on lees minimum 60 months, dosage 8g/L, suitable for vegans

Additional Information: Imperial is sourced from 13 growers/members of Aliances per la Terra, an organization established to promote organic and biodynamic farming in the Penedes. Currently, all these growers are certified organic, and 12 a certified biodynamic. Imperial is the largest production Sparkling wine at Gramona sourced from 82.5 hectares of vines and can best be described as embodying its house style ? a combination of the precision of Xarel.lo and the creamy textures for extensive aging on the lees. Imperial is a blend of 50% Xarel.lo, 30% Macabeu, 15% Chardonnay, and 5% Parellada aged 60 months sur lattes and finished with an 8 g/L dosage from an ancient solera maintained at the property. 350,000 bottles released in an average vintage.