Agusti Torello Mata Xii Subirat Parent

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The 2011 XII Subirat Parent Mata comes from 100% Subirat Parent vines planted at 690 meters. It has a very neutral nose with traces of wax resin, pine cones and lanolin. The palate is well-balanced with tropical fruit, guava and honeycomb on the entry, crisp acidity and an intense nectarine finish that has a curious, almost Brie-like note. It is a bit of an oddball to be honest, but charming nonetheless. Drink now-2014. Although Agusti Torello was founded in 1950, this estate sold its Cava to other producers for twenty or thirty years before taking the plunge and bottling themselves. Their philosophy and tagline is: “Cava with soul,” something sceptics might smirk at, at least until they taste them. All fruit is sourced from Penedes from organically cultivated vines and they concentrate upon Reserva and Gran Reserva only. Importer: Andrew Bell, Wine Symphony, Inc., New York, NY; tel. (212) 226-8283; Casa Ventura Imports, Bellingham, WA; tel. (360) 303-1760

Agusti Torello is better known for their superb Cavas, but this is a most intriguing white. The 2009 XII Subirat Parent (Subirat Parent is the name of the grape and a member of the Malvasia family) was fermented and aged in stainless steel. Fragrant mineral, baking spices, melon, and hints of pineapple and other tropical nuances inform the nose of this complex, ripe, sophisticated white. It displays a firm acid structure and the balance to drink well for several more years. Importer: Casa Ventura Imports, Bellingham, WA; Tel. (360) 303-1760