Country: Spain Region: Penedes Varietal: Xarel lo Colour: White Style: Dry Producer: Celler Pardas Description: Ramon Parera (an oenologist) and Jordi Arnan (an agronomist), both of whom are originally from St. Sadurní d’Anoia, founded Celler Pardas back in 1996. More precisely, the Can Comas estate is home to Cellar Pardas, which lies between 200 and 300 meters above sea level in the upper Penedès region and spans the Riudebitlles Valley, Catalunya. It's wines like this that are redefining what Penedes is capable of. This region, best known for producing Cava, has broadened its horizons to craft exceptional still wines and Celler Pardas is leading the charge. 'Rupestris' is a blend of native varieties Xarel.lo and Malvasía de Sitges (which is often compared to Riesling). “Rupestris evokes images and flavours that remind us of the strength of stone, the purity of the earth and everything primitive, rustic, wild, ancestral and authentic.” The result is a gorgeous reflection of the best of Penedès. Tasting Note: This is is a crisp, yet textured white with moreish notes of ripe pear, lemon and gun smoke. Food Matches: Seafood, seafood and more seafood
