Còsmic Vinyaters, Connexió Còsmica 2024

Còsmic Vinyaters, led by Salvador Batlle Barrabeig, is a project which connects two Catalunyan landscapes. Vineyards spread across the inland Alt Empordà region hug the base of the Pyrenees, while those further south in Baix Penedès are more coastally influenced. The latter sees a combination of autochthonous Catalunyan and foreign varietals, while those in Alt Empordà are predominately hyper-local. By working this way, Salvador and the team encapsulate not only the wine traditions of the region, but also a mosaic of terroirs and climate. This energy flows through the wines, all of which are hand-harvested in accordance to the lunar cycles and made without filtering, fining, or any additives. Connexió Còsmica 2024 is comprised of 80% Xarel·lo and 20% Malvasia de Sitges from red limestone vineyards in Serra del Montmell in the Baix Penedès region. Grapes are de-stemmed, macerated on the skins for five days and then pressed. Spontaneous fermentation takes place in stainless steel and then the wine is aged on the fine lees for four months. A nice light orange, perfect for warmer months. A nose of citrus and yellow fruits flows into similar flavours along with fresh salinity and a roundness that feels familiar to spiced cider. Connexió Còsmica 2024 would pair well with baked white fish and olives.