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Pedra de Guix, Terroir Al Limit 2021

RegionSpain
Subregion Spain > Cataluña > Priorat
ColourWhite
TypeStill
Grape VarietyPedro Ximénez, Garnacha Blanca and Macabeo

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They shortened the élevage of the white 2021 Pedra de Guix to 11 months, and they also stopped using the 1,800-liter foudre, where the wine partially aged in the past, and now it's matured in concrete vats (diamond-shaped ones!). The wine is floral, vertical and a lot less oxidative than even the 2019, which is less oxidative than previous years. It's a different profile of wine with very good depth and freshness. Funnily enough, this 2021 has a little more alcohol than the 2019 (13.5%), but the wine feels lighter on its feet. 4,008 bottles produced.

96
Luis Gutierrez, Wine Advocate, September 2022

This new style of Pedra de Guix is a revelation. Previously quite deep and nutty on release, this retains its honeyed, sensual character but offers a brightness of fruit I haven't tasted here before. Mandarin, truffles and poached pear all come through on both nose and palate. Golden orchard fruit, maple and silky sweet citrus all come through. This is a rich wine, but now matches its power with a brightness and precision in winemaking.

94
Thomas Parker MW, Farr Vintners, March 2023
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