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Denominacion de Origen

The Penedès appellation lies in Catalonia, between the provinces of Barcelona and Tarragona, in the hinterland stretching from the Mediterranean coast to the first mountain ranges. The vineyard is divided into ten zones distinguished by soil, altitude and climate: marl and shale at higher elevations, calcareous and clay-gravel soils on the slopes, sandy soils near the coast. The Mediterranean climate, softened by the sea's influence, brings mild winters, strong sunshine and moderate rainfall that varies with altitude, creating a mosaic of microclimates. The traditional white varieties xarel·lo, macabeu and parellada dominate, alongside varieties such as chardonnay, sauvignon blanc and gewürztraminer; among reds, ull de llebre (tempranillo), grenache, samsó, cabernet sauvignon, merlot and syrah are authorized. Since the 2025 harvest, the entire vineyard area of the appellation has been farmed organically, a requirement that sets Penedès apart from other Catalan appellations.

Grape varieties: Vins rouges : tempranillo, grenache, carignan, monastrell. Vins blancs : maccabéo, xarelo, parellada.

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Cultivare Tinto
Sumoll - Samsó 2018
DO Penedes D.O. Red wine

93

points
Freyé
Syrah - Tempranillo 2020
DO Penedes D.O. Red wine

90

points
Freyé
Parellada - Muscat 2021
DO Penedes D.O. Dry white wine

88

points
Cultivare Blanco
Xarel·lo 2019
DO Penedes D.O. Dry white wine

92

points
Torre del Veguer
2016
DO Penedes D.O. Red wine
Certification bio

92

points
Torre del Veguer
2019
DO Penedes D.O. Dry white wine
Certification bio

92

points
Torre del Veguer
2019
DO Penedes D.O. Red wine
Certification bio

88

points
Torre del Veguer
2021
DO Penedes D.O. Dry white wine
Certification bio

88

points
Torre del Veguer
2021
DO Penedes D.O. Dry white wine
Certification bio

89

points
Aleta
2021
DO Penedes D.O. Red wine

90

points
Mont Rubi
Black 2021
DO Penedes D.O. Red wine
Certification bio

88

points
Mont Rubi
White 2021
DO Penedes D.O. Dry white wine
Certification bio

88

points
Mont Rubi
One Night's Rosé 2021
DO Penedes D.O. Rosé wine
Certification bio

90

points
Terres
Organic - Xarel.lo 2019
DO Penedes D.O. Dry white wine
Certification bio

91

points

The wines of this appellation

Penedès produces white, rosé and red wines, together with a traditional-method sparkling wine known as Clàssic Penedès. The xarel·lo-based whites are fresh, aromatic and lively, with a light body; some are barrel-aged, gaining roundness, warmth and length, with a mineral finish. The rosés stand out for an intense, lingering nose. The reds, built on silky tannins from fully ripe grapes, show body and structure. Clàssic Penedès, made under organic farming with a second fermentation in bottle and a minimum of fifteen months on lees, is balanced and structured. The whites pair with grilled fish, seafood and rice dishes; the rosés suit charcuterie and lighter fare; the reds go well with grilled meats or stews; Clàssic Penedès is well suited to aperitifs or tapas.

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