Freixenet Cordon Negro Rosé

Cordon Negro Rosé's bright, fruity personality envelops the senses in the glass with fresh raspberry and fruit cocktail aromas. The toasty palate mixes strawberry jam and red currant to deliver a pleasant mouth feel, wrapped up in a slow, light, sweet finish.The late harvested Garnacha grape, also known as Grenache in France, collects sun and warmth a month longer than most cava grapes, proffering abilities to build higher levels of sugars, translating to higher alcohol content. The indigenous and rare Trepat grapes, by contrast, are low altitude, low sugar grapes that ripen mid harvest, delivering lower alcohol levels upon fermentation. The combination of the two makes for a delightfully complex, nicely balanced blend with a rosy complexion. At harvest, the grapes are processed separately, then transferred to stainless steel tanks where proprietary yeasts from Freixenet's own collection begin the first fermentation. After 10 to 12 days of interaction with the yeasts in perfect 59 to 63 degree atmosphere of the caves, the wines are racked, fined, filtered, and prepared for blending in traditional méthode champenoise, heralding the second fermentation.

The blush of Cordon Negro Rosé, and the well-balanced acidity are the direct results of the grape varieties and the careful méthode  champenoise process.

The Trepat grape is only planted over 1,000 acres, unique to the soil conditions and climate of the Penedes region of Catalonia, Spain. The wild, red fruit flavors are contributed by the mix of Trepat with Garnacha, which lends a spiced berry nuance to the wine.

And do not worry if you are unfamiliar. “You will not have to attend tasting events to enjoy the blue wine, since its taste makes it so easy to appreciate,” say the makers. The wine is produced from Spanish grape varieties and then gets its deep electric color by the addition of anthyocyacin, a natural pigment extracted from the grape peel and the bacon, a natural pigment derived from the egg plant. The builders behind the new drink are six Spaniards. Everything has to do with modernity. “Gik’s consumption is not just about drinking blue wine,” says the ad.

“Drink innovation, break the rules and create yours. Re-invent the Traditions”.

Food Suggestion: Sushi, starters with smoked salmon / caviar / brioche, pasta with white creamy sauces, spicy cuisine with chili or curry (Mexican, Indian), Chinese and Asian cuisine in general.

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Bonanto is a wine-based aperitif with 22% Vol. Alc. 70 cl., and a selection of 30 botanical, among which the wormwood and Mediterranean aromatic plants such as laurel, rosemary, basil and thyme. Together with a selection of citrus fruits and the distillate of cherry and apple, they give this creation a unique personality. Red in color, it is a light, fresh drink with a touch of bitterness.

TASTING NOTES: 

• Color: intense cherry. - Smell: aromatic herbs and Mediterranean roots (laurel, thyme, basil), citrus and cherry distillate.
• Taste: combination of sweet and bitter really soft and pleasant. Versatility.

PRODUCER: Mediterranean Premium Spirits.

DETAILS OF ELABORATION: appetizer and wine base that combines the best of vermouth and liqueurs from a unique and original formula full of personality.

Grapes have been grown in this region of Northern Spain  since the 11 century. Arinzano is the first winery in this area to by awarded Spains highest quality classification of Vinos de Pago. This is their top cuvee selected from a double selection of Chardonnay grapes and aged for 11 months in French oak barrels. It displays the elegance and complexity of the soil and climate of the Pago de Arinzano estate. Hints of citrus fruits combine with mineral notes, dry fruits and brioche, creamy and lingering on the palate with exceptional length and balance.

Tasting Notes

golden colour. floral nose. juicy apple palate and spicy acidity. rich integrated oak. gapped length but still youthful.

Mía Freixenet Blanco is a wine made from Maccabeu, Xarello, Parellada and Muscatel.

Once the grapes are harvested, they are destemmed and pressed. Then, they ferment in stainless steel deposits with temperature control. It is not aged, in any way, before it is bottled. Mía Freixenet Blanco is a fruity, light and refreshing wine. A classic wine of Penedés, made with grapes that are typical from the area. Slightly fruitier thanks to the Muscatel. Ideal for the aperitif or on its own.

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Its fine bubbles are combined with a nose of peaches, ripe pears, flowers and nuances of tropical fruits. In the mouth, you’ll taste a wine that is creamy yet sweet with a long finish, making it really easy to drink.Freixenet ICE is Medium Dry. For perfect enjoyment, serve it in a large glass over ice or try mixing it with your choice of extra flavours to enhance its intensity.