91+Points

“The 2018 Castellroig So Serè is pure Xarel.lo fermented and matured in untoasted chestnut barrels that add some spiciness and smoky undertones to the peach and floral aromas and flavors (chestnut has been traditionally used for the wines in the zone, as oak tends to mark Xarel.lo too much). This comes from a specific plot planted 70 years ago on gravel and clay and limestone soils. It matured with lees in the chestnut barrels and the lees are stirred regularly to avoid oxidation. 2018 was a little fresher and with more rain, and the wine shows it, with 12.5% alcohol and tasty flavors keeping the freshness and the extra dimension of the chestnut. The bottles are kept for three years before they are released. 6,008 bottles were filled in August.”