In the glass
Aroma: white blossom, citrus zest, green apple, fresh almond
Palate: citrus, saline minerality, creamy mousse, clean finish
Xarel-lo-Macabeo Brut Nature aged 18 months on lees, the entry-tier into AT Roca's Corpinnat range. Crisp white blossom, citrus zest and green apple on a refreshing palate.
What it pairs with
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Pa amb tomaquet
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Catalan tomato-bread aperitif; saline drive lifts olive oil and tomato. -
Patatas bravas
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Crisp acidity cuts spicy aioli; bubbles refresh between bites. -
Grilled prawns
Saline minerality and bright citrus match charcoal-grilled shellfish. -
Goat cheese on toast
Almond aromatics and bright acidity partner soft goat's milk.
History
Floral is AT Roca's entry-tier Brut Nature, 18 months on lees from dry-farmed organic vineyards. Released only after the brand had established its Reserva and Rosat lines.
- 2015 — Floral Brut Nature launched as the entry-tier
Facts
- Producer
- AT Roca
- Grapes
- Xarel-lo (70%), Macabeo (30%)
- Classification
- Corpinnat
- Oak
- Stainless steel; minimum 18 months on lees in bottle
- ABV
- 11.5%
- Price
- EUR 14 to 22 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-5 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 2015
- Organic
- CCPAE
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Floral Brut Nature
What does AT Roca Floral taste like?
White blossom, citrus zest, green apple and fresh almond on the nose; citrus, saline minerality, creamy mousse and a clean finish on the palate. Light-bodied with high acidity and a medium clean finish.
When should I drink Floral?
Drink within 0 to 5 years of disgorgement. Built for freshness; the Brut Nature dry edge and dry-farmed character give clean, persistent fruit.
What grapes are in Floral?
70 percent Xarel-lo and 30 percent Macabeo from dry-farmed organic vineyards. Brut Nature aged 18 months on lees as the entry-tier into AT Roca's Corpinnat range.
What food pairs with Floral?
Pa amb tomaquet, patatas bravas, grilled prawns and goat cheese on toast. The Brut Nature dry edge handles the Catalan tapas repertoire cleanly.