{"product_id":"can-virgili-el-xitxarel-lo-organic-spanish-xarel-lo-white-wine","title":"Can Virgili El Xitxarel·lo (Organic Spanish Xarel·lo White Wine)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCan Virgili El Xitxarel·lo is a vibrant, organic white wine produced from old-vine Xarel·lo grapes grown in the heart of Penedès, Spain. Famous for its iconic bottle—screen-printed with over 50 classic Catalan insults—this wine is far more than a playful party piece. It is a serious, beautifully crafted, and mineral-driven white that perfectly captures the taste of the Mediterranean. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown on 60+ year-old vines at the Mas Cortei estate and aged on its fine lees for 5 weeks, this wine delivers a crisp, complex, and texture-rich profile:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Nose: Expressive aromas of ripe white peach, green apple, citrus peel, and subtle fennel, backed by a delicate floral background.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Palate: Crisp, vibrant, and well-structured. Generous stone fruit flavours are balanced by a signature Mediterranean salinity and a creamy, mouth-filling texture from the lees contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Finish: Long, dry, and clean, with a lingering mineral freshness that keeps you coming back for another sip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For \u0026amp; Gifting Occasions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal Alternative to: Premium Albariño, crisp Chablis, or structured Pinot Grigio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect Gift For: Dinner party hosts, natural wine enthusiasts, lovers of Spanish cuisine, or anyone looking for a cheeky, high-quality conversation-starter bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDietary \u0026amp; Sustainability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Organic, Vegan-friendly, harvested from old vines with minimal intervention. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEl Xitxarel·lo’s bright acidity and saline touch make it an outstanding partner for seafood and Mediterranean dishes:  Seafood: Grilled calamari, garlic butter scallops, pan-seared sea bass, gambas al ajillo (garlic prawns), or fresh paella.  Tapas \u0026amp; Cheese:  Iberian ham, pan con tomate, creamy manchego, or young goat's cheese.  Vegetarian: Grilled asparagus, wild mushroom tapas, or rich vegetable risottos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Type: Still White Wine \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction Method: Stainless Steel Fermentation \/ 5 Weeks Aging on Fine Lees\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: 100% Xarel·lo (60+ Year-Old Vines)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol by Volume (ABV): 12.0% \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume \/ Size: 75cl (750ml)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin \/ Region: Penedès, Catalonia, Spain\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Can Virgili \/ Casa Berger\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViticulture Style: Certified Organic \/ Sustainable \/ Hand-Harvested \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Synthetic Cork\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDietary Suitability: 100% Vegan \/ Vegetarian \/ Organic \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Barry Island Spirits Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54598279659861,"sku":null,"price":17.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/1779\/9509\/files\/Can_Virgili_El_Xitxarel_lo_bottle_front.jpg?v=1786469657","url":"https:\/\/barryislandspirits.co.uk\/products\/can-virgili-el-xitxarel-lo-organic-spanish-xarel-lo-white-wine","provider":"Barry Island Spirits Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}