Reviving Sumoll and Elevating Xarel·lo
May 13, 2025
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Reviving Sumoll and Elevating Xarel·lo
In the heart of Penedès, Parés Baltà continues to rewrite the story of Catalonia’s wine scene. A family-owned, certified biodynamic estate, they are leaders in low-intervention winemaking with a strong focus on biodiversity and native grapes. These wines are as much about the land as they are about taste—expressive, honest, and always pushing the boundaries of tradition.
Prices include tax.
Pares Balta Grosella DO Organic Tinto 2022
In Grosella 2022, Parés Baltà revives Sumoll, an ancient, nearly extinct red variety once dismissed for its lean, rustic character. Through careful vineyard work and gentle vinification, they transform it into a featherweight, chillable red bursting with red currant, wild cherry, and subtle herbal notes. Fermented in stainless steel without oak, its pale hue and vibrant acidity make it a fresh, almost playful red that challenges expectations. A wine that sits at the intersection of rosé and red—ideal for lighter fare or warm evenings.
$30.95/btl - Available through LCBO Vintages.
Pares Balta Blanco Cosmic DO Organic 2023
Xarel·lo—the cornerstone of Catalonia’s white wines—gets a cosmic lift in this expressive blend. Grown at 600 metres above sea level and complemented by a small addition of Sauvignon Blanc, Cosmic 2023 is a vibrant, aromatic white with notes of citrus, white flowers, and a savoury mineral thread. Light skin contact and time on lees add subtle texture and depth, while preserving the wine’s crisp, linear profile. It’s a pure expression of Penedès’ limestone-rich soils and Parés Baltà’s commitment to fresh, terroir-driven wines that push beyond the expected.
$25.95/btl - Available through LCBO Vintages.
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