Stone-Hill Caller
Xarel·lo
Xarel·lo
Xarel·lo
Think of me as the structural engineer of the Mediterranean wine world. While others focus on being flashy or floral, I provide the backbone and longevity that keeps the best Catalan blends standing tall for years.
Think of me as the structural engineer of the Mediterranean wine world. While others focus on being flashy or floral, I provide the backbone and longevity that keeps the best Catalan blends standing tall for years.
Think of me as the structural engineer of the Mediterranean wine world. While others focus on being flashy or floral, I provide the backbone and longevity that keeps the best Catalan blends standing tall for years.
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Crisp Whites
Body
Just Right
Tannins
Barely Felt
Acidity
Properly Sharp
Sugar
Savagely Dry
Why you'll like me
Why you'll like me
I'm ageworthy
I'm textural
I'm complex
I'm the definition of reliability and depth. I bring a distinct texture and a backbone of acidity that allows wines to age gracefully rather than falling apart after a year. My flavor profile is unique, offering savory herbs and saline notes instead of just boring fruit. I make wines that are serious, substantial, and incredibly food-friendly.
I'm the definition of reliability and depth. I bring a distinct texture and a backbone of acidity that allows wines to age gracefully rather than falling apart after a year. My flavor profile is unique, offering savory herbs and saline notes instead of just boring fruit. I make wines that are serious, substantial, and incredibly food-friendly.
I'm the definition of reliability and depth. I bring a distinct texture and a backbone of acidity that allows wines to age gracefully rather than falling apart after a year. My flavor profile is unique, offering savory herbs and saline notes instead of just boring fruit. I make wines that are serious, substantial, and incredibly food-friendly.
Why maybe not
I'm rustic
I'm sharp
I'm earthy
My high acidity can be a bit sharp if you are expecting a soft and cuddly drinking experience. I also tend to have a rustic, earthy edge that might feel a bit unpolished to those who prefer squeaky-clean international styles. If you want a simple fruit bomb, I might seem a little too herbal and savory for your taste.
My high acidity can be a bit sharp if you are expecting a soft and cuddly drinking experience. I also tend to have a rustic, earthy edge that might feel a bit unpolished to those who prefer squeaky-clean international styles. If you want a simple fruit bomb, I might seem a little too herbal and savory for your taste.
When drinking, notice this
Herbal fennel
Stony minerality
Rich texture
You will likely feel a substantial weight on your palate when you drink me, combined with a refreshing zip of acidity. I tend to show notes of wild fennel and green almond that set me apart from other whites. There is often a salty or mineral quality to the finish, reminding you of the limestone soils where I dig my roots.
You will likely feel a substantial weight on your palate when you drink me, combined with a refreshing zip of acidity. I tend to show notes of wild fennel and green almond that set me apart from other whites. There is often a salty or mineral quality to the finish, reminding you of the limestone soils where I dig my roots.
You will likely feel a substantial weight on your palate when you drink me, combined with a refreshing zip of acidity. I tend to show notes of wild fennel and green almond that set me apart from other whites. There is often a salty or mineral quality to the finish, reminding you of the limestone soils where I dig my roots.
They also call me
Pansa Blanca
MY LIFE STORIES
The Heavy Lifter
The Heavy Lifter
The Heavy Lifter
I was born in Catalonia, and I quickly realized that without me, the local sparkling wine scene would be nothing but fleeting fluff. My friends Macabeu and Parellada are great, sure, but I'm the one who brings the structure and the acidity necessary for long aging. While they provide the perfume, I provide the skeleton. I'm the reason a good bottle of Cava can sit in a cellar for years and come out tasting like toasted magic. I take my job as the anchor of the blend very seriously.
I was born in Catalonia, and I quickly realized that without me, the local sparkling wine scene would be nothing but fleeting fluff. My friends Macabeu and Parellada are great, sure, but I'm the one who brings the structure and the acidity necessary for long aging. While they provide the perfume, I provide the skeleton. I'm the reason a good bottle of Cava can sit in a cellar for years and come out tasting like toasted magic. I take my job as the anchor of the blend very seriously.
Going Solo
Going Solo
Going Solo
For a long time, humans thought I was only good for playing second fiddle in a bubbly blend. They were wrong. Recently, adventurous winemakers have started bottling me on my own as a still wine, and I have absolutely flourished. Without the bubbles to hide behind, I get to show off my creamy texture and my affinity for oak and oxygen. I prove that I don't need fizz to be interesting. I just need a glass and an open mind to show you my true depth.
For a long time, humans thought I was only good for playing second fiddle in a bubbly blend. They were wrong. Recently, adventurous winemakers have started bottling me on my own as a still wine, and I have absolutely flourished. Without the bubbles to hide behind, I get to show off my creamy texture and my affinity for oak and oxygen. I prove that I don't need fizz to be interesting. I just need a glass and an open mind to show you my true depth.
A Survivor's Tale
A Survivor's Tale
A Survivor's Tale
I have thick skins and a hardy constitution, which makes me perfectly suited for the hot Mediterranean sun. While other delicate vines wilt under the heat, I thrive. I regulate my growth naturally, saving my energy to produce intense, concentrated flavors. This resilience is why I have been a staple in Penedès for centuries. I don't just survive the dry summers, I turn that struggle into character. When you taste that stony grit in your glass, know that it came from my refusal to give up.
I have thick skins and a hardy constitution, which makes me perfectly suited for the hot Mediterranean sun. While other delicate vines wilt under the heat, I thrive. I regulate my growth naturally, saving my energy to produce intense, concentrated flavors. This resilience is why I have been a staple in Penedès for centuries. I don't just survive the dry summers, I turn that struggle into character. When you taste that stony grit in your glass, know that it came from my refusal to give up.
REGIONS I LEAD
REGIONS I HELP
SUB-REGIONS I LEAD
Penedès
(
Catalonia
)
Think of this spot as the spiritual home of Cava but do not ignore the still wines. It is a bubbling cauldron of innovation just southwest of Barcelona where tradition meets modern organic farming head-on.
Think of this spot as the spiritual home of Cava but do not ignore the still wines. It is a bubbling cauldron of innovation just southwest of Barcelona where tradition meets modern organic farming head-on.
Alella
(
Catalonia
)
It is basically a commuter suburb for vines, sitting just a quick train ride north of Barcelona. This tiny parcel fights off urban sprawl to produce some of the freshest whites in the Mediterranean.
It is basically a commuter suburb for vines, sitting just a quick train ride north of Barcelona. This tiny parcel fights off urban sprawl to produce some of the freshest whites in the Mediterranean.
SUB-REGIONS I HELP
Costers del Segre
(
Catalonia
)
Tucked away from the Mediterranean breeze, this scattered appellation is a playground for winemakers who refuse to sit still. It is less of a contiguous vineyard map and more of a greatest hits compilation of soils and altitudes.
Tucked away from the Mediterranean breeze, this scattered appellation is a playground for winemakers who refuse to sit still. It is less of a contiguous vineyard map and more of a greatest hits compilation of soils and altitudes.
Tarragona
(
Catalonia
)
Located right on the Mediterranean coast, this D.O. used to supply wines to actual Caesars and Emperors. Today, it is a massive playground producing everything from sacramental wines to crisp whites and sturdy reds for your everyday table.
Located right on the Mediterranean coast, this D.O. used to supply wines to actual Caesars and Emperors. Today, it is a massive playground producing everything from sacramental wines to crisp whites and sturdy reds for your everyday table.
WINE STYLES I LEAD
Spanish Cava
It is the answer to your sophisticated sparkling dreams on a beer budget. Created using the traditional method, this sparkling delight brings toasted almond vibes and zesty citrus notes without forcing you to sell your car.
It is the answer to your sophisticated sparkling dreams on a beer budget. Created using the traditional method, this sparkling delight brings toasted almond vibes and zesty citrus notes without forcing you to sell your car.
Catalonia Xarel·lo
Xarel·lo steps out of the sparkling shadows to prove it has serious swagger as a still wine. Think fresh herbs, saline kicks, and a texture that coats your palate like a gentle Mediterranean breeze.
Xarel·lo steps out of the sparkling shadows to prove it has serious swagger as a still wine. Think fresh herbs, saline kicks, and a texture that coats your palate like a gentle Mediterranean breeze.
Spanish Cava
It is the answer to your sophisticated sparkling dreams on a beer budget. Created using the traditional method, this sparkling delight brings toasted almond vibes and zesty citrus notes without forcing you to sell your car.
Catalonia Xarel·lo
Xarel·lo steps out of the sparkling shadows to prove it has serious swagger as a still wine. Think fresh herbs, saline kicks, and a texture that coats your palate like a gentle Mediterranean breeze.
Spanish Orange Wine
Forget everything you know about skin contact, this is the real deal from Huelva using actual fruit peels. It is a sweet, fortified dream that smells like marmalade and tastes like liquid sunshine in a glass.
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