What is Corpinnat?
Corpinnat is a premium sparkling wine label created by top Catalan winemakers who wanted to elevate traditional Cava. It represents high-quality, organic, and long-aged sparkling wines, offering an alternative to mass-produced Cava.
✨ What Makes Corpinnat Different?
- ✅ 100% organic vineyards, hand-harvested.
- ✅ Aged for at least 18 months (some for over 60 months!).
- ✅ Produced only in the Penedès region of Catalonia.
- ✅ Made with indigenous grape varieties like Xarel·lo, Macabeo, and Parellada.
- ✅ No artificial additives, respecting the natural terroir.
Top Corpinnat Wineries
Visiting a Corpinnat winery offers a unique experience where you’ll see traditional winemaking methods, organic vineyards, and taste long-aged sparkling wines.
🍾 Gramona
One of the most prestigious Corpinnat producers, known for its long-aged Gran Reserva sparkling wines.
🏡 Recaredo
Famous for biodynamic viticulture, Recaredo focuses on completely natural sparkling wines without artificial intervention.
🍷 Llopart
One of the oldest winemaking families in Penedès, producing elegant and complex Corpinnat wines.
Corpinnat vs. Cava - What’s the Difference?
Corpinnat was created by winemakers who left the Cava DO (Denominación de Origen) to focus on higher quality standards.
- Grapes: Corpinnat uses 100% organic, hand-harvested grapes, while Cava allows non-organic grapes.
- Minimum Aging: Corpinnat requires 18 months, while Cava only needs 9 months for basic bottles.
- Production Area: Corpinnat is produced only in Penedès, while Cava can be made in multiple regions across Spain.
How to Enjoy Corpinnat Sparkling Wine
Corpinnat wines are incredibly versatile and pair well with:
- 🦐 Seafood and shellfish
- 🧀 Soft cheeses like Brie or Manchego
- 🥘 Paella and Mediterranean cuisine
How to Visit Corpinnat Wineries
Located near Barcelona, the Penedès region is easily accessible.
🚗 By Car:
Drive from Barcelona to Sant Sadurní d'Anoia in about 45 minutes.
🚆 By Train:
Take a Renfe train from Barcelona Sants to Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, the heart of Penedès wine country.
🍷 Wine Tours:
Many Corpinnat wineries offer guided tours, including vineyard walks, cellar visits, and tastings.
Best Time to Visit Corpinnat Wineries
The best seasons for visiting Corpinnat:
- 🌞 Spring & Summer: The vineyards are lush and perfect for outdoor tours.
- 🍂 September - October: Grape harvest season, a great time for wine experiences.
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