Gramona: Ill Lustros Brut Nature 2015

Weingut über: Ill Lustros Brut Nature

-- Weingut: Spring and winter brought rainfall for sustained plant growth, but not enough to generate reserves to overcome the accumulated drought. July saw temperatures of up to 40 °C, which led to a decrease in fruit production. The speed of ripening established a very precise harvest schedule to avoid over-ripening, which was completed satisfactorily and left the grapes in an impeccable sanitary condition. The elaboration of Lustros is 100% handcrafted. During the resting time in the silence of the cellar, we use natural cork stoppers, which favours the longest ageing periods. We use desks, and the stirring and disgorging are carried out by hand. Even the 100% compostable, plant-based cellophane wrapping is done by hand. It is a brut nature, the purest and most demanding expression of sparkling wines, with all the character of the land from which it comes. Golden in colour, the aromas are reminiscent of ripe stone and white fruit, as well as Mediterranean herbs. The ageing notes are very evident and show brioche, toasted bread crust and cinnamon, with a meaty touch. It is a fully gastronomic wine, structured, with a ripe freshness and a roundness full of character.