Celler Alimara, Estrelles de Batea Blanc 2021
Celler Alimara, Estrelles de Batea Blanc 2021 is a dry, full-bodied white from Grenache (Terra Alta, Spain), in the rich, round whites style. Acidity is gentle; oak influence is little. Good with roast chicken, mushroom risotto, white fish, lamb.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ventoux, Le Vin de Léonard, Famille Gonnet 2023 Famille Gonnet · Ventoux | £14.90 | |||
| Parés Baltà, Indigena Garnatxa Blanca 2024 Parés Baltà · Penedès | £19.90 | |||
| Moulin De Gassac Tèrra Blanc 2023 Mas de Daumas Gassac · Languedoc-Roussillon | £16.90 | |||
| Viognier Reserva 'Cuvee Colchagua', Vina Casa Silva | £14.50 |
The 2021 Estrelles de Batea Blanc from Celler Alimara is a vibrant yet textured white that captures the character of its Vall Major origins near Batea. The grapes come from 15-year-old vines, hand-harvested on the 6th of September — a little later than neighbouring plots, allowing for greater ripeness while maintaining fresh acidity. On the nose, it shows bright citrus and pear aromas, while the palate reveals a gentle creaminess and generous fruit weight. Balanced acidity keeps things lively, carrying the slightly higher alcohol with ease. It’s a white with enough presence to pair beautifully with richer dishes like chicken with pepper and mustard, fideuà, mushroom risotto, or sole meunière.