Llopart Brut Reserva Corpinnat Rosé Cava 2021
(Penedes, Spain) - [VM 91] [JD 90] [WS 90] [JS 90]

Notes from the Winemaker:
A very unique rosé, with the Mediterranean flavor of Monastrell. Cheerful and bright, with lively bubbles, Rosé Brut displays lush fruity aromas, where the fruits of the forest, red apple and balsamic notes shine. Short skin maceration to extract the aromas and color before pressing.

The grapes are harvested by hand and whole-pressed to maintain their properties to the maximum. We ferment the musts at low temperature to preserve the freshest aromas in the wine. The base wines are bottled at the beginning of the year and the bottles are placed in the aging cellar, where, at constant temperature and humidity, in the dark, they will rest for more than 18 months. Once the aging time is over, we riddle the bottles and disgorge to remove the wine lees, add the Brut dosage and cork each Rosé Brut bottle with the definitive cork.

Blend: 60% Monastrell, 20% Grenache, 20% Pinot Noir

Aging: More than 18 months

Dosage: Brut

Tasting Notes:

Pale cherry-pink color, bright and very attractive. Well-developed bubbles, constant and small in size. Fruity exuberant aroma dominated by a variety of forest fruits along with delicate tannins. An initially potent flavor with good structure and just the right degree of acidity that maintains a perfect balance throughout its prolonged aftertaste.

Ratings & Reviews

91 Points - Vinous Media:
"A sparkling wine based on Monastrell is an oddity, but the 2021 Rosé from Llopart showcases it beautifully. This blend of 60% Monastrell, 20% Garnacha and 20% Pinot Noir, from Subirats, Penedès, is bright cherry-red in hue. The floral, perfumed nose features cherry and herbal notes. Indulgent and chalky, it delivers a savory palate that finishes with a lasting note of waffle." - Joaquin Hidalgo (April 2024)

90 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:
"The 2021 Brut Reserva Rosé is also solid. Based on 60% Monastrell, 20% Garnatxa, and 20% Pinot Noir, it has a light salmon hue as well as a terrific perfume of savory raspberry and tart strawberries. It's nicely balanced and has a classy, supple mouthfeel and bright acidity that carries through the palate and finish." (July 2024)

90 Points - Wine Spectator:
"This well-meshed sparkling rosé integrates its raw silk–like texture and crisp acidity with flavors of ripe white cherry, raspberry, blood orange sorbet, pickled ginger and white blossoms. Monastrell, Garnacha and Pinot Noir. Disgorged February 2024. Drink now. 5,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported. – Alison Napjus (Dec 2024)

90 Points - James Suckling:
"Pale salmon-colored sparkling with aromas of cherry stones, pomegranates, cranberries and custard. Creamy and soft with gentle bubbles and a rounded, fruity finish. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink now. (Apr 2023)