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Red Wine Exibis La Rasa 2018
Crianza red wine from Pla de Bages. Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sumoll and Mandó and aged for 12 months in French oak barrels.
Crianza. 12 Months in French oak barrels
Percentage of Alcohol: 15º
Bottle size: 75 cl
D.O.: Pla de Bages
Wineries: Can Serra dels Exibis Viticultors
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Availability: In stock
€19.40
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One of the distinctive characteristics of the winemaking approach of Can Serra dels Exibis Viticultors is the use of byodinamic procedures in all of the farming and oenological operations.
Produced in DO Pla de Bages, central Catalonia, Exibis La Rasa is made from an uncommon blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, that most international of red grapes, and the indigenous Sumoll and Mandó varieties. All come from vineyards grown in wide terraces located at an altitude of 500 metres. Soils are composed of clay and limestone and climate is Mediterranean-Continental.
Harvested by hand, the grapes were brought to the cellar, destemmed and gently crushed. Alcoholic fermentation of this Spanish red wine took place in open vats, with some punch-downs and a 6 to 8-day-long maceration period.
After that, Exibis La Rasa 2018 was put into lightly toasted 1st and 2nd year French oak barrels and aged for 12 months.
Despite being an indigenous variety, the Mandó grape is not listed on the label due to bureaucratic reasons.
Decant this red wine from Pla de Bages at least 30 minutes before drinking.
Additional Information
Additional Information
| Appearance | The wine Exibis La Rasa is deep ruby with some violet reflections. |
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| Nose | Original, nuanced, very pure. Pristine aromas of red fruit and wild berries, some forest-like sensations and touches of withered flowers, moss and fallen leaves. In the background, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sumoll and Mandó suggests some toasted and balsamic notes and some mineral touches. |
| Palate | Primary notes of garrigue and Mediterranean forest are predominant, along with some delicious flavours of red berries and some seductive suggestions of flowers. Both solid and supple, the wood of this wine from Can Serra dels Exibis Viticultors is very well integrated, and it is only perceived in some spicy hints. Long finish with remembrances of fallen leaves and undergrowth. |
| Our personal opinion | Like its younger brother Exibis, Exibis La Rasa 2018 is an extremely original and interesting wine. This blend of an international red grape and two local varieties has been exquisitely conceived and crafted. |
| OTHER VINTAGES | Exibis La Rasa 2017: Enterwine 92. Exibis La Rasa 2016: Enterwine 92. Exibis La Rasa 2015: Enterwine 92. Exibis La Rasa 2014: Enterwine 93. Exibis La Rasa 2014: Enterwine 92. |
| Year | 2018 |
| Type | Red |
| D.O. | Pla del Bages |
| Bottle size | 75 cl |
| Serving tempurature | 15-17ºC |
| Should this wine be decanted? | 30 minutes before serving |
| Does this wine follow the guidelines of biodynamic Farming? | Yes |
| Ageing | Crianza |
| Type of ageing | Months in French oak barrels |
| Number of months aged in Barrels | 12 |
| Enterwine's Score | 91 |
| Media rating | 91 |
| Percentage of variety | Cabernet Sauvignon 60%, Sumoll 20%, Mandó 20%. |
| Pairings | Birds, Grilled vegitables, Mushrooms, Paté, Red meat with gravy, Rice with meat, Roasted foods, Roasted lamb ribs, semi-curred cheese, Stew, Stews, Vegetables |
| Taste | Complex and Elegant, Silky and intense, Tasty with barrel notes |
| Occasion | Because you deserve it, Business dinner, Dinner with friends, Family reunion |
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A most uncommon red from Catalonia. Amazingly fresh and not fruit-driven, you feel the forest and the soil instead. Intriguing and rewarding.
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(Posted on 30 January 2018)
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