region: Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain
Grape(s):
Escursac, Callet, Callet Negrello
Winemaker:
Cati Ribot
Farming: certified organic, practicing biodynamic
In Mallorca, not many people are making wines with indigenous varietals – instead, opting for internationally sourced grapes that create intensely high ABV, out-of-whack wines. Cati Ribot is leading the charge to change this winemaking culture by creating small batch wines made with indigenous varietals that produce fresher, lower alcohol wines. The Mallorcan terroir shoes off in this wine: clay and
saline
. Albeit earthy, Son Llebre is
fresh
and light with perfumed
roses
and
savory herbs
on the nose,
crunchy red fruit
on the palate, and well-balanced acidity.
Pairings:
Maduros, black beans, and rice with salsa verde
