# Saltamarti (2021)

- **Producer:** Els Vinyerons Vins Naturals
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Tempranillo, Grenache
- **Region:** Catalonia, Spain
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €12
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red plum, black plum, black cherry, raspberry, red cherry

## About this wine

Saltamarti Els Vinyerons is a red wine from Catalonia, Spain, produced by Els Vinyerons Vins Naturals. The wine's name, 'Saltamarti,' translates to 'grasshopper' in Catalan, a tribute to the biodiversity of the vineyards and a symbol of a balanced ecosystem. The winemaking philosophy of Els Vinyerons emphasizes minimal intervention, with grapes farmed organically and biodynamically. The 2021 vintage is characterized by a blend of Tempranillo, with a portion aged in stainless steel and another part from the previous vintage aged in French oak barrels. This approach aims to allow the natural expression of the grape and the land.

## Interesting facts

- Wine named after a grasshopper, symbolizing vineyard health.
- Made with no added sulfur.
- Grapes farmed using organic and biodynamic methods.
- Aims to be an approachable introduction to natural wines.

## Food pairing

The wine's light body and balanced astringency make it versatile. Its freshness can cut through richer elements like olive oil in tapas, while its subtle fruit notes complement grilled meats and rice dishes. The lack of heavy tannins means it won't overpower delicate flavors.

## Wine making process

Saltamarti Els Vinyerons is produced using a minimal intervention approach. The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with wild yeasts. The winemaking process emphasizes softness, with maceration carried out gently. A key aspect of the 2021 vintage involves a blend of Tempranillo from the current year, which undergoes 4 months of aging in stainless steel tanks, and a portion from the previous vintage that has been aged for 12 months in old French oak barrels. No sulfur is added during the winemaking process. The vineyards are farmed organically and biodynamically.