2021 Sara Pérez y René Barbier Partida Pedrer Rosat

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When Rene Barbier got the abandoned very old "coster" (steeply sloping traditional Priorat vineyard) back into production they thought they had bought a plot of Carinyena (Carignan) ... and to their great surprise they discovered that 40% of the plot consisted of Garnatxa Peluda (indigenous Grenache). This grape ripens before the Carinyena (Carignan) and gives more freshness. Coincidence and luck because it is the last piece of the puzzle that was needed to bring the balance of Bellvisos.

The Partida Pedrer belongs to the Bellvisos vineyard but this part is north facing and allows the winemaker to harvest the shaded freshness and the sunlit morning warmth. With just a little less direct sunlight in a warm climate this gives very elegant wines. The young plantation of Grenache and Cariñena (but then a very rare Priorat variety) allows to naturally create a red wine and a rosé wine full of complexity. The only wine in the range that does not see added sulphur during its life is the rosé Partida Pedrer, a wine that needed almost 17 months to ferment, initially in used oak barrels and the last eight months in stainless steel to prevent the wine from becoming too dominated by oak. This natural wine is produced with a direct pressing to obtain a subtle colour. The nose is expressive and very different from the average rosé. In fact it is more of a blanc de noirs and has the profile of a white wine. It has a serious taste with a very good balance, tasty aromas and a dry finish. It was bottled in May 2023 and only released in early 2024 after bottle maturation and less than 1,540 bottles were produced. Here Parker starts his review with: " The breathtaking rosé ..... ."

The style of Partida Pedrer Rosat is dry, fresh and complex, with notes of red fruits (raspberry, redcurrant), orange peel, wild herbs and a slightly earthy undertone. This makes this rosé a perfect match for dishes with a certain refinement and layering, in which its lively acidity and subtle tannins play an important role. It is difficult to compare, but is similar in style to the López de Heredia Viña Tondonia Rosado Gran Reserva


Mediterranean vegetable dishes or roasted vegetables

Examples: Ratatouille, roasted peppers with garlic and olive oil, eggplant with za'atar or grilled zucchini with goat cheese.

Why it works: The wine has ample aromatic power and a salty tension that perfectly complements the spicy and concentrated character of the roasted vegetables. The fresh acidity keeps it light and digestible, while the subtle fruit supports the natural sweetness of the vegetables.


Grilled or lightly smoked fish with herbs

Examples: Grilled sardines, mackerel with rosemary, or trout with fennel and lemon.

Why it works: The wine’s light structure supports delicate fish dishes, while the wine’s saltiness and citrusy acidity add tension. The spiciness in the wine resonates with aromatic herbs in the dish.


White meats with Mediterranean influences

Examples: Chicken with rosemary and lemon, turkey with dried figs, or guinea fowl with thyme and orange.

Why it works: The wine has enough grip and a subtle phenolic edge to hold its own with juicy white meat. At the same time, the acidity freshens the mouthfeel and the red fruit notes provide aromatic depth.


Rice dishes and paellas

Examples: Paella with chicken and seafood, arroz con verduras, or rice with rabbit and rosemary.

Why it works: The wine’s structure and Mediterranean spiciness are a perfect match for rice dishes with broth, herbs, and grilled or stewed ingredients. The wine supports the dish without dominating it, and allows the flavors of saffron, paprika, and garlic to shine.


Savory cheeses or hard sheep's cheese

Examples: Manchego curado, Ossau-Iraty or a ripe Tomme.

Why it works: The salty, nutty and slightly spicy notes of these cheeses find a natural counterpart in the fresh acidity, red fruit and subtle earthiness of the wine. An ideal combination for those looking for depth in simplicity.

Specifications

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Type of Wine Rosé
Country Spain
Region Catalunya
Appellation Priorat (Appellation)
Winery Sara Pérez y René Barbier
Grape Carignan, Grenache
Biological certified No
Natural wine Yes
Vegan No
Vintage 2021
Drinking as of 2024
Drinking till 2030
Alcohol % 13
Alcohol free/low No
Content 0.75 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Parker rating 95
Vinous rating 94
Tasting Profiles Aards, Boers, Complex, Donker fruit, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Tannines, Vol
Drink moments Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden

Professional Reviews

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Parker

95

Vinous

94

No written review available.

Wijnhuis

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René Barbier (fourth generation of the same name !!!) started in the world of wine in 1992 at Clos Mogador with his father, the other René Barbier, the bearded and dedicated more than 20 years of his life to wine there. The first 10 years he worked mainly in the winery and then mainly in the vineyards and learned that unique land brings unique wines. This has now been proven with the iconic Clos Mogador, Venus Universal and Espectacle wines. In 2001 Rene Barbier had the opportunity to buy a small very old "coster" (steep sloping, traditional) vineyard called Els Bellvisos. This vineyard was abandoned and it was fascinating, in the middle of a steep quarry of holm oaks, the views and the absolute inhospitability are spectacular. It was during this same period that another major influence came into Rene's life in the form of Sara Pérez, his current wife and partner. The daughter of José Luis Pérez, one of the most important figures in the Spanish wine world.

Together with Sara they have brought the Bellvisos vineyard back into production. It was an uncompromising place, but one that offered the chance to make a wine that was one with nature. They started this project based on their philosophy of life: a sustainable, organic project where they could close the circle of life. This fascinating place known as Bellvisos (Bella Vista - Beautiful View) is an extremely steep "coster" or sloping vineyard which, due to the structure of the Llicorella or slate soil, makes it impossible to build vineyard terraces. It was abandoned 40 years before herbicides and chemical pesticides were available so was already completely original organic and biological. There are no neighbors because of the steep slopes around it: not even the bravest would plant a vineyard here! As a result, the area has been in perfect balance for a long time.

Ten years ago they started pruning and the abandoned vines at Bellvisos were brought back into production. They use a mule and hand plowing alternated with cutting the weeds. We apply herbal tea and milk whey as fertilizer and constantly walk through the vines. All manual and aimed at maintaining balance between the freshness of the plot and the depth that is typical Priorat (that which makes the wines so unique). We decide when to harvest based on our taste buds and our intuition… according to a very personal criterion. We prepare each wine in the vineyard by reproducing the wild yeasts ourselves that will lead to a natural alcoholic fermentation, preserving the different aromas according to each vintage.

The Bellvisos and the Partida del Pedrer wines come from this great unique, authentic vineyard in the heart of the Priorat.

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