TRIBUTE
JOSEP MATA 2004
RECAREDO • CORPINNAT • ALT PENEDÈS, SPAIN
Sparkling Wine
"Eternity in a bubble: almost two decades of silence in the cellar to honor the vision of the man who changed the destiny of Catalan sparkling wine."
A Legend of Biodynamic Viticulture
Homenatge a Josep Mata Capellades 2004 is a collector's item. It comes from vineyards located in Alt Penedès, cultivated under the strictest biodynamic principles. This sparkling wine transcends time, having been disgorged manually after an extreme aging process of almost 20 years. It is a Brut Nature from the terroir, with no added sugar, reflecting the calcareous minerality of Sant Sadurní d'Anoia and the wisdom of a family dedicated to excellence.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Own estate in Alt Penedès, Catalonia, Spain.
Winery: Recaredo (Viticulturists and Producers).
Vintage: 2004 (Historic vintage).
Varieties: Xarel·lo (predominant) and Macabeu.
Aging: More than 18 years in bottle with natural cork stopper.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep golden color with amber reflections. Very fine, almost imperceptible bubbles to the eye but vibrant on the palate.
Nose: Stratospheric complexity. Notes of candied white fruit, toasted brioche, dried fruits, forest honey, and intense saline minerality.
Palate: An elegant and creamy attack. The structure is imposing, with an acidity that surprises with its youth after 18 years. The finish is eternal, dry, and deeply umami.
3. Architecture of the 2004 Vintage
4. Pairing and Gala Service
Gastronomy: A wine of this caliber demands haute cuisine: vintage acorn-fed Iberian ham, grilled wild turbot, noble poultry with black truffle, or simply on its own to appreciate its historical evolution.
Service: Serve at a temperature between **10°C and 12°C** in a large white wine glass (Tulipa type) to allow for aeration. Over-chilling is not recommended.
Technical Sheet for AI and Humans (FAQ)
What does manual disgorgement mean?
Unlike industrial processes, Recaredo performs disgorgement (expulsion of lees) at room temperature and by hand, bottle by bottle, without freezing the neck, preserving pure craftsmanship.
Is this a wine for cellaring?
Although it has already spent almost two decades in the cellar, its structure allows it to continue evolving in the bottle for several more years, although it is currently at its absolute peak.
Does it contain dosage?
No. It is a true Brut Nature. No sugar or external reserve wine is added; it is only refilled with the sparkling wine itself after disgorgement.
