{"title":"Can Feixes Penedes","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"can-feixes-penedes-blanco-seleccio-750ml","title":"Can Feixes Penedes Blanco Seleccio","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Feixes Penedes Blanco Seleccio\u003c\/strong\u003e is a certified organic white wine from Penedès, Spain, bottled at 12% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Awarded 90 points by \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e for its 2016 vintage, this five-grape blend stands out for its mineral backbone and the rare inclusion of Malvasia de Sitges, a nearly extinct Catalan variety that adds glyceric richness to an otherwise lean, precise wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 12%  |  Origin: Penedès, Catalonia, Spain  |  Organic White Blend  |  Producer: Huguet de Can Feixes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHuguet de Can Feixes farms certified organic vineyards in the high-altitude, gravelly mountain soils of Penedès, where Parellada — the blend's dominant grape at 40% — thrives. The remaining cuvée draws on 29% Macabeo, 18% Xarel-lo, 8% Chardonnay, and 5% Malvasia de Sitges, a heritage variety prized for its aromatic intensity and texture. Berries are hand-selected both in the vineyard and at a sorting table, then gently processed in a pneumatic press before temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation. The wine rests on its fine lees in tank until bottling, preserving freshness while building mid-palate weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with intense lemon oil and ripe apple, followed by melon, apricot, and a thread of white flowers. There is a purity and directness to the aromatics that suggests cool-climate viticulture and careful fruit handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entry is bright and citrus-driven, with lime and pineapple flavors giving way to melon and wet stone at mid-palate. The gravelly vineyard soils make themselves felt in a pronounced stony minerality, while the Malvasia de Sitges contributes a subtle, almost waxy fullness that rounds out the crisp acidity. Grassy, herbal undertones add complexity without competing with the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zesty and dry, with lingering mineral salinity and a squeeze of lime zest that persists well beyond the final sip. The finish is clean and refreshing, inviting another glass immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Blanco Seleccio\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe chilled to around 8–10°C (46–50°F) to let the mineral detail and citrus aromatics fully express themselves. This wine works beautifully on its own as an aperitif but also holds its own at the table. For a \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Sangria\u003c\/strong\u003e, the lemon-oil aromatics and crisp acidity provide an ideal base without relying on sugar. In a \u003cstrong\u003eSpritz\u003c\/strong\u003e variation, adding sparkling water and a bitter liqueur plays off the wine's inherent spritzy character and herbal notes. A classic \u003cstrong\u003eKalimotxo Blanco\u003c\/strong\u003e — white wine with lemon soda — amplifies the citrus profile into a light, easy summer drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer seafood dinners where a mineral-driven white is essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing friends to serious Penedès still wines beyond Cava\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic wine enthusiasts seeking certified options with genuine complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing experiments alongside Chablis for a comparative tasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Blanco Seleccio taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a dry, mineral-driven white with dominant citrus and melon flavors underpinned by stony wet-rock minerality. Crisp acidity and subtle waxy richness from Malvasia de Sitges give it depth beyond a typical Penedès white.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Blanco Seleccio compare to Chablis?\u003c\/strong\u003e Critics have described Can Feixes Blanco Seleccio as reminiscent of Chablis due to its lean, mineral-focused profile and firm acid structure. The key difference is the Mediterranean fruit generosity — more melon and apricot — and the textural contribution of Malvasia de Sitges, which Chablis, being 100% Chardonnay, does not share.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Blanco Seleccio good for sipping on its own?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — its balance of crisp acidity, fruit purity, and mineral length makes it a compelling stand-alone aperitif. Serving it lightly chilled allows the aromatic detail to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Blanco Seleccio made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by Huguet de Can Feixes in the Penedès denomination of origin in Catalonia, northeastern Spain. The vineyards sit at elevation on gravelly mountain soils that contribute the wine's characteristic stony minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Blanco Seleccio?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled branzino or sea bass benefits from the wine's citrus acidity and mineral finish. Fresh oysters echo the wet-stone character on the palate. Goat cheese salads match the herbal, grassy undertones, while pan con tomate — a Catalan staple — mirrors the wine's regional identity. Sushi and sashimi also work well, as the clean acidity and lack of oak allow delicate fish flavors to come through.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Blanco Seleccio come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard bottling is a 750ml format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Blanco Seleccio worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanco Seleccio positions as a mid-range organic white that delivers complexity normally associated with more expensive appellations like Chablis. Its 90-point \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e rating and certified organic status represent strong value in the category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Blanco Seleccio?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this wine from dozens of competent Penedès whites is the deliberate inclusion of Malvasia de Sitges, a grape so scarce that most producers have abandoned it entirely. That 5% adds a glyceric, aromatic dimension that lifts the classic Parellada-Macabeo-Xarel-lo framework into something genuinely distinctive. Certified organic farming and meticulous hand selection — both in the vineyard and at the winery sorting table — ensure the fruit quality matches the ambition. A 90-point score from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e confirms that this is a serious still wine from a region too often overlooked in favor of its sparkling Cava production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Can Feixes Penedes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837234278569,"sku":"26002","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/can_feixes_penedes_blanco_seleccio__51480.jpg?v=1730478365"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/can-feixes-penedes.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}