# Saktih Petit Verdot (2016)

- **Producer:** Castell D'Encus
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Petit Verdot
- **Region:** Catalonia, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €142
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, blackcurrant, black cherry, violet, chocolate, vanilla, cedar, cloves, leather, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

The Saktih Petit Verdot 2016 from Castell d'Encus is a single-varietal wine made from 100% Petit Verdot, hailing from the Costers del Segre D.O. in Catalonia, Spain. The name 'Saktih' signifies 'energy' in Sanskrit. The winery, Castell d'Encus, was founded in 2001 by Raül Bobet with a philosophy centered on meticulous vineyard management and a deep respect for the land, aiming to mitigate climate change impacts. The estate is notable for its high-altitude vineyards, situated between 800 and 1230 meters above sea level, and its integration of historical winemaking practices, including the use of 12th-century stone fermentation vats carved into the rock.

## Interesting facts

- Saktih means 'energy' in Sanskrit.
- Wine is fermented in 12th-century stone vats.
- Vineyards are planted between 800-1230 meters altitude.
- Uses geothermal energy for climate control.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and bold tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats and game. Herbal notes in the wine can echo those found in classic preparations, while its intensity stands up to robust flavors.

## Wine making process

The Saktih Petit Verdot 2016 is produced from 100% Petit Verdot grapes, hand-harvested in 10 kg boxes. Fermentation occurs in historical 12th-century stone winepresses using indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged for 22 months in French oak, followed by 24 months in French oak barrels. Further maturation includes 30 months in bottle or 5 months in oak vats. The winery employs organic farming practices and utilizes geothermal energy for climate control, with a gravity-fed design.