In the glass
Aroma: yellow apple, white peach, lemon, white flower
Palate: citrus, saline lift, fresh herb, fresh close
Indigenous-trio blend from organic Parato. Casual Penedes white reference.
What it pairs with
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Light tapas array
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Crisp blend is built for a Catalan tapas spread. -
Grilled prawns
Saline shellfish and citrus-lifted blend are a casual classic. -
Seafood paella
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Saffron-rice seafood and bright blend keep the meal fresh. -
Pa amb tomaquet with anchovies
Catalan bread-tomato with cured fish and bright white are a casual pairing.
History
Indigenous-trio still blend from organic Parato. Casual Penedes white reference.
- 1985 — First Elias Classic Blanc release
Facts
- Producer
- Celler Parato
- Grapes
- Xarel-lo, Macabeo, Parellada
- Classification
- DO Penedes
- Oak
- Stainless steel, no oak
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 10 to 14 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-4 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1985
- Organic
- CCPAE
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Elias Classic Penedes Blanc
What does Elias Classic Blanc taste like?
Yellow apple, white peach, lemon and white flower on the nose; citrus, saline lift, fresh herb and a fresh close on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity.
When should I drink Elias Classic Blanc?
Drink 1 to 4 years from vintage. Best young as a casual tapas pour.
Is Elias Classic vegan?
Yes. Parato uses vegan fining.
What food pairs with Elias Classic?
Light tapas array is the canonical pairing. Grilled prawns, seafood paella, and pa amb tomaquet with anchovies are equally strong.
What grapes are in Elias Classic Blanc?
Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Parellada indigenous trio from organic estate vineyards.