Espelt Pla de Gates Blanc 2023

Pla de Gates is a meticulously crafted blend by Anna Espelt, combining Lledoner Blanc and Roig (Grenache Blanc and Gris) from her esteemed Mas Marés vineyard. Drawing from her experience cultivating these varietals in warmer inland climates, Anna has uncovered their true brilliance when nurtured closer to the Mediterranean. The near-constant coastal winds yield smaller clusters, berries with thicker skins, and a vibrant acidity. Harvested by hand, Pla de Gates undergoes a night of cooling, partial destemming, and a brief maceration, followed by a prolonged, gentle pressing. This process captures the full aromatic and phenolic potential, resulting in a wine that reflects the essence of these two exceptional grape varieties.