Escoda-Sanahuja "Les Paradetes" 2022
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The Land
From the rugged hills of Conca de Barberà in Catalonia, the Escoda-Sanahuja vineyards thrive in the shadow of the Prades Mountains. Here, the Mediterranean climate merges with cooler mountain breezes, tempering the heat and allowing for a slow, even ripening. The limestone-rich soils lend a vibrant minerality to the wine, while the high elevation preserves acidity. This balance of warmth and freshness is the essence of Les Paradetes, a wine born of nature’s contrasts, reflecting the spirit of a land that is both wild and nurturing.
The Wine
A natural wine crafted from a blend of indigenous varieties—Garnatxa and Carinyena—Les Paradetes is alive with character. Unfiltered and made without added sulfites, it’s a vivid expression of pure fruit and earth. Juicy red berries, bright cherries, and wild herbs burst on the palate, balanced by lively acidity. There's a whisper of earthiness and a rustic edge that gives the wine a raw elegance. At 12.5% ABV, it’s light in body yet full of energy, with a refreshing, almost electric vibrancy that leaves you wanting another sip.
The People
Joan Ramon Escoda is a pioneer of natural winemaking in Spain, rejecting chemicals in both vineyard and cellar. His philosophy is centered around biodynamic principles, where harmony with the land comes first. Escoda believes in minimal intervention, allowing the grapes to speak for themselves. With Les Paradetes, his hands-off approach results in a wine that tells the story of the vineyard, the vintage, and the very soil from which it comes.
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Grenache is a widely planted grape variety that thrives in its Mediterranean home. In Spain, it's known as Garnacha, where it reaches its peak in the Sierra de Gredos as a pure varietal wine, while also being a key blending component in Rioja. France's Southern Rhône, notably Châteauneuf-du-Pape, is another well-known region, where Grenache is often the base of a blended wine. Grenache also finds a home in Sardinia as Cannonau, and it has spread beyond its Mediterranean origins, most famously to Australia's Barossa Valley. The resulting wines are typically light in color, yet they possess a full body and flavor, displaying mature red fruit notes, herbal spices, and often a hint of orange peel, along with soft tannins and moderate acidity. It is an incredibly versatile grape, showing different expressions based on its terroir and the winemaking style employed.
