In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: yellow apple, fennel, lemon, saline

Palate: citrus, saline lift, fresh herb, fresh close

Indigenous-trio blend from Baix Penedes pioneer Jane Ventura at El Vendrell. Sea-influenced fresh Penedes white.

What it pairs with

History

Indigenous-trio blend from Baix Penedes pioneer Jane Ventura, the family wine business at El Vendrell since 1914.

  1. 1914 — Jane Ventura family wine business founded
  2. 1995 — First Mareny Blanc release

Facts

Producer
Jane Ventura
Grapes
Xarel-lo, Macabeo, Parellada
Classification
DO Penedes
Oak
Stainless steel, on lees
ABV
12.5%
Price
EUR 10 to 16 at retail
Drinking window
1-4 from vintage
First vintage
1995
Organic
CCPAE
Vegan
Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Mareny Blanc

What does Mareny Blanc taste like?

Yellow apple, fennel, lemon and saline on the nose; citrus, saline lift, fresh herb and a fresh close on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity.

When should I drink Mareny Blanc?

Drink 1 to 4 years from vintage. Best young as a casual tapas pour.

Is Mareny Blanc vegan?

Yes. Jane Ventura uses vegan fining.

What food pairs with Mareny Blanc?

Esqueixada salt cod salad is the canonical Catalan pairing. Grilled prawns, seafood paella, and fresh oysters are equally strong.

What grapes are in Mareny Blanc?

Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Parellada indigenous trio from CCPAE-organic estate vineyards.

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