AT Roca is a trailblazing and forward-thinking winery shaping the essence of Penedès through wines that beautifully capture a sense of place and define an evolving region.
Costers is a remarkable blend of Xarel.lo and Malvasia de Sitges grapes and a unique revelation for a dry white wine. Both of these grapes are lesser known but should be explored. Xarel.lo is a key grape used for making Cava while Malvasia de Sitges has even been referred to as the ‘Riesling of the Mediterranean’. Exhibiting a pale lemon appearance, Costers unveils an elegant bouquet of white fruit, peach and delicate floral notes with a subtle touch of light smoke. The palate is marked by vibrant acidity surrounding the vibrant fruit and citrus flavours that are accompanied by touch of saltiness.
The grapes were hand harvested from 7 organically farmed plots in the Costers d’Ordal sub-zone, on limestone, gravel and clay soils. After fermentation, the wine was aged using three separate methods (40% in 3000L foudres, 40% in stainless steel and 20% in 500L oak barrels). The wine was then blended and bottled unfiltered.
Food Pairing: Seafood, poultry, rice dishes, cured meats, pizza, pasta, cheese
Serve: Serve chilled
Aging potential: Drink young
