Serral del Vell
Corpinnat Brut Nature • Recaredo
"The eloquence of a unique site: a long-aged estate sparkling wine that captures the calcareous essence of Serral del Vell, offering a generous structure and unparalleled mineral complexity."
Artisanal Vanguard
Recaredo Serral del Vell is one of the most prestigious sparkling wines on the peninsula. Sourced from a calcareous hillside in the Alt Penedès, this wine represents a total commitment to biodynamic viticulture and patience. With a minimum aging of 5 years (60 months), this Brut Nature is crafted under the Corpinnat seal, guaranteeing manual harvesting and complete vinification on the property. It is a sparkling wine that redefines elegance through maturity and absolute respect for the landscape.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Recaredo.
- Origin: Serral del Vell estate, Alt Penedès (Corpinnat), Spain.
- Varietals: Xarel·lo and Macabeu.
- Aging: Over 60 months with a natural cork stopper.
- Certification: Biodynamic (Demeter) and Organic.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Intense, luminous golden yellow color. Exceptionally fine, slow-rising bubbles, perfectly integrated into the whole.
Nose: Stately and profound profile. Notes of roasted yellow fruit and quince, evolving toward nuances of fine pastry, toasted nuts, and a saline-mineral backdrop very characteristic of its calcareous soils.
Palate: Powerful entry, with depth and volume. Shows an enveloping creaminess balanced by a sharp citrus freshness. Dry finish (Zero Dosage), long and persistently elegant.
3. Character Analysis
VOLUME / BODY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
TERTIARY COMPLEXITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
SWEETNESS (BRUT NATURE) [ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ]
MINERALITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
4. Pairing and Service
Main Courses: Robust fish stews (suquet de peix), baked cod, or mountain-style rice dishes with mushrooms.
Haute Cuisine: Seared foie gras, roast suckling pig, or truffle-infused white meats.
Service: Recommended service temperature is between 10°C and 12°C. Due to its long aging, serving it too cold is not advised, as it may inhibit its complexity.
5. Corpinnat Purity
Recaredo was a pioneer in leaving the Cava D.O. to found Corpinnat, a collective brand that requires much stricter standards: 100% organic viticulture, manual harvesting, vinification on the property, and minimum aging of 18 months. In the case of Serral del Vell, these demands are raised to the highest level.