Castell D'Encus Taika 2014
75cl
A very elegant and mineral sparkling wine made from Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc using ancestral method, which produces a dry, delicate wine and fine bubbles. On the palate the flavours of citrus, yeast, brioche and butter complement the refreshing acidity nicely, and round of with an extremely creamy mousse with a long and mineral finish.
A very elegant and mineral sparkling wine made from Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc using ancestral method, which produces a dry, delicate wine and fine bubbles. On the palate the flavours of citrus, yeast, brioche and butter complement the refreshing acidity nicely, and round of with an extremely creamy mousse with a long and mineral finish.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | Aromas of green apple, citrus, flint and hints of tropical notes, brioche |
Palate | Dry, elegant with flavours of brioche, butter, vanilla, lemon, apple and flinty, mineral finish |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 75cl |
Grape Variety | 50% Semillon, 50% Sauvignon Blanc |
Maturation | aged in bottle for 5 years |
Alcohol % | 12.5% |
Country | Spain |
Region/AOC | Catalunya |
Vintage | 2014 |
Closure | Cork |
Cellaring/Ageing Potential | 3-5 years |
Producer | Castell d'Encus |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | Robert Parker 94/100 Points |