Llicorella Vi de Vila Blanc Pedro Ximénez 2024
White wine from Priorat. Varietal Pedro Ximénez aged for 3 months on lees.
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Llicorella Vi de Vila Blanc Pedro Ximénez 2024
The wine Llicorella Vi de Vila Pedro Ximénez is an uncommon and fascinating white wine from DOQ Priorat made by Cellers Unió, one of Catalonia’s biggest and most respected wine coops.
Made solely from Pedro Ximénez - a variety indigenous to south Spain with a long, though little-known history in the Priorat region – the grapes are sourced from 40+ years vineyards located near the village of Poboleda, as certified by the Vi de Vila (Village Wine) seal.
After a meticulous harvest, this white wine from Priorat was fermented under controlled temperature in egg-shaped diposits that allow for a controlled microoxigenation.
Then the white wine Llicorella Vi de Vila Pedro Ximénez 2024 was aged on lees in the tanks for 3 months.
Aerate this Spanish white wine some time before drinking.
Pair this white wine aged on lees with soft cheese, white meat recipes, shrimp and baked fish dishes.
| Appearance | The white wine Llicorella Vi de Vila Pedro Ximénez is medium gold with some amber reflections. |
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| Nose | This varietal Pedro Ximénez shows impressive complexity and nuance, with nectarine, citrus peel, ripe pineapple, herbs de Provence flowers and peach, evolving into Sherry-ish suggestions and some mineral and earthy notes. |
| Palate | Structured and ever-evolving, this wine of Cellers Unió winery has a saline-mineral backbone that contrasts with the fleshy white fruit, with a steely acidity, a peppery hint and a slightly oxidized note that adds a further layer of complexity, ending with an aftertasted of honeysuckle, baked apples, white flowers and raisins. |
| Our personal opinion | Misterious and challenging, the wine Llicorella Vi de Vila Pedro Ximénez 2024 will provide a compelling drinking experience even to the most blasé drinkers. |
| OTHER VINTAGES | Llicorella Vi de Vila Pedro Ximénez 2023: Enterwine 92. |
| Year | 2024 |
| Type | White |
| D.O. | Priorat |
| Bottle size | 75 cl |
| Percentage of Alcohol | 14 |
| Serving tempurature | 8-10ºC |
| Should this wine be decanted? | 20 minutes before serving |
| Does this wine follow the guidelines of biodynamic Farming? | No |
| Organic | No |
| Is this product free of sulfites? | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Ageing | On lees |
| Type of ageing | Months mixing in stainless steel |
| Number of months aged in Barrels | 3 |
| Enterwine's Score | 92 |
| Media rating | 92 |
| Mono-Varietal | Pedro Ximénez |
| Pairings | Alone, Aperitif, Baked whitefish, bluefish, Cod, Creams, Curred fish, Dry fruit pastries, Fruit cake, Grilled fish, Grilled whitefish, Light hors d´oeuvres, Oriental cuisine, Pasta with fish, Puff pastries, Rice with fish, Risotto, Roasted fish, Smoked foods, Soft pasta cheese, Sweet pastries, Whitefish salads |
| Taste | Dry and aromatic, Fresh and dry, Fruity and Fresh, Silky and intense |
| Occasion | Aperitif, Appetizer, Dinner with friends, Family reunion, Romantic Dinner, To bring to an engagement |
