ALTA CAPACITAT DE GUARDA
Directly from the Soul of Sant Sebastià dels Gorgs
Clara and Ramón Raventós-Basagoiti always
shared a vision:
to elevate and celebrate sparkling wines, the soul of our viticultural culture. With this clear determination, this journey was undertaken in a unique enclave, conceived as a meeting point for everyone.
The winery merges contemporary architecture with the aesthetics of a traditional Catalan farmhouse. In this corner, there is a refuge from the frenetic pace of the world, emphasizing the importance of appreciating the beauty of nature with humility and respect.
Over the years, challenges have been overcome, knowledge accumulated, inspiration found and setbacks faced. Each experience has paved the way to this sanctuary, where radiant and genuine wines emerge from lands overflowing with life. By establishing innovative guidelines, the aim is not only to revitalize our own vineyards but also those nearby, through collaborations that enrich and strengthen the environment. The ecological commitment began in 2010 and since 2016, biodynamic practices have been adopted. Today, we celebrate the rewards of our hard work.
The Contemporary Masía
In Sant Sebastià dels Gorgs, our modern Masía combines traditional Catalan farmhouse elements with contemporary design. A “Masía” is a classic rural home in Catalonia, Spain, known for its rustic stone build and central courtyard. It’s a symbol of Catalonia’s rich architectural and cultural heritage. Meticulously designed to achieve a production of 80,000
to 90,000 bottles in 8 years, this 1,500m2 structure harmoniously integrates into the landscape, valuing the pre-existing vineyards. Distributed across three levels: the basement serves as the dedicated space for fermentation, often referred to as the “fermentation sanctuary”; the mezzanine offers the tasting room, kitchen and laboratories; and the ground floor is dedicated to the social space.
Its bioclimatic design is characterized by a central courtyard essential for the thermal regulation of the building, taking advantage of natural ventilation. Modern passive methods, like sun tracking, enhanced facade insulation, and sun shielding, are used. We achieve complete energy self- sufficiency with forty solar panels and aerothermal systems
OLIVERÀ
Location: 41.377175, 1.751079
Altitude:: 250 m
Year of Planting: 1989
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Training System: Bush vine (Goblet)
Soil Type:: Clay-limestone, natural vegetation cover maintained every two passes
Yield: 8.000 kg/ha
Certification: Organic (Biodynamic 2024)
Viticulture: Biodynamic
CORRAL
Location: 41.379324, 1.752087
Altitude: 240 m
Year of Planting: 2000
Grape Variety: Xarel·lo
Training System:: Trellis
Soil Type: Clay-limestone, sandy on its north side, natural vegetation cover maintained at least every two passes
Yield: 7.800 kg/ha
Certification: Organic (Biodynamic 2024)
Viticulture: Biodynamic
MACABEOS DE MONTARGULL
Location: 41.379789, 1.756197
Altitude: 225 m
Year of Planting:: 1952 y 1973
Grape Variety: Macabeo
Training System: Bush vine (Goblet)
Soil Type:: Clayey, natural vegetation cover
Yield: 6.000 kg/ha
Certification: Organic and Biodynamic
Viticulture: Biodynamic
MANIFIESTO
- We have made a radical commitment to uniqueness, freshness and terroir that requires us to live dedicated to an extraordinarily demanding way of working.
- We do not follow passing fashions; our wines are the genuine fruit of an idea and an estate that we intend to be part of many people’s lives in the future and to help improve the ecosystems to which it belongs with its work.
- Despite our deep connection with the traditional method, we do not let that limit our approach. Aging in the cellar is just one part (and not necessarily the most important) of the production process.
- We carefully select those who are part of our story, prioritizing long-lasting relationships with the constant goal of exceeding expectations.
- Raventós-Basagoiti is a living organism, part of an ecosystem that it aims to enrich with its work.
- We have adopted ecological practices since 2010, and on our main plot, biodynamic since 2016, all our plots will be certified as biodynamic in 2024.
Essence and Values
Raventós-Basagoiti wines are sparkling wines crafted MANIFIESTO traditionally from select parts of our estate. Their essence is their freshness. We focus on the wine’s natural intensity and unique texture, avoiding any unwanted alterations.
VINTAGE
2021 posed challenges due to tough weather conditions, pushing our estate to its limits. This year stands out for the determination of our region’s winemakers.
Early-year frosts affected many vines, and heatwaves hit during key ripening times. Combined with unpredictable rains, careful vineyard management was crucial for grape health and harvest quality. Consequently, the 2021 wines are distinctive, full of character, and unexpectedly fresh given the conditions.
FICHA
TÉCNICA
INICIAL
FICHA
TÉCNICA
INICIAL
VARIETIES
Macabeo
Xarel·lo
Chardonnay
TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol: 12% Vol.
pH: 2,94
Total Acidity: 3,05 g/L
Residual Sugar: 3 gr/l
Sulfites: 35 mg/l
PRODUCTION
Grapes sourced from plots on the estate, grown organically and biodynamically. The volumes we handle allow us to harvest on the day and time we deem optimal for each plot. Hand-harvested in 18 kg boxes. 100% of the grapes spend the night in a refrigerated chamber to be pressed the next morning.
Whole grape pressing with low yield. Slow fermentations at controlled temperatures. End of fermentation and aging of a portion from each plot in large 500-liter barrels.
Bottling of vintage wines in the spring before the hot months.
AGING POTENTIAL
Our wines have a notable aging capacity, but they are ready to be enjoyed intensely and however you prefer as soon as we disgorge them. We recommend storing part of the allocation in a cool place at a stable temperature.
PLOTS
Macabeos de Montargull
Corral
Oliverà
ENVIRONMENT
The landscape that brings together the plots of these three varieties is essential to define the wine’s personality. We manage this estate, like all our lands, under ecological and biodynamic principles.
TASTING NOTES
With only 3gr/l of sugar in the dosage, it would have been classified as Brut Nature in the past. Without resorting to this or other classifications based on aging, it’s important to note that this subtle addition gently softens our “Inicial,” giving it even greater smoothness.
SYMBOLISM
The label, in an orange hue, refers to the characteristic color
of our lands. Additionally, it features a symbol inspired by
the Romanesque monastery from the 11th century of Sant Sebastià dels Gorgs, located a few meters from the estate and a clear inspiration for the area’s viticulture.
ALLOCATION SYSTEM
We set allocations twice a year. These are distributed among all the clients and friends we are fortunate to serve. Due to the meticulousness and high standards with which we approach each process, our wine production is limited. Therefore, each allocation request is carefully evaluated, ensuring that each bottle reaches those who truly appreciate its essence and origin.
Even though the demand is high, our commitment is to review each request with the attention it deserves and communicate availability and delivery times as quickly
as possible. Our goal is for each friend and customer to connect with the story behind every bottle, year after year.
Contact Us
We respond to all allocation requests within a few days. Thank you for your patience. Tell us a bit about yourself to help us get to know you better.
Sant Sebastià dels Gorgs – 08798 – (Barcelona)
Tel: +34 609 30 84 14
Email: clara@raventos-basagoiti.wine
