Gramona Imperial · 2019

Corpinnat: the heart of Penedès sparkling wineCorpinnat is the collective mark that defines the great sparkling wines of Penedès. It was created to distinguish, protect and promote high‑quality sparkling wines produced in their historical territory, under some of the most demanding criteria of origin, viticulture and winemaking in Europe.On this page you will find what Corpinnat is, its territory, its quality commitments, the Corpinnat wineries currently available at Vinissimus, and the Corpinnat wines available.What is CorpinnatCorpinnat is not a denomination of origin, but a collective brand created by Penedès producers who share the same vision: sparkling wines deeply rooted in their origin, vinified entirely on the estate and conceived as wines with a long ageing potential.All wines bearing the Corpinnat seal:are made using the traditional method,come from 100% organically grown grapes, hand‑harvested,are vinified and aged entirely on the estate,and focus on long ageing and territorial expression.The result is a range of gastronomic sparkling wines, precise in style and clearly built for ageing.The Corpinnat territoryThe Corpinnat territory corresponds to the historical heartland of Penedès sparkling wines. Its boundaries are defined by physical factors (topography, soils and climate), as well as historical, cultural and viticultural criteria.It is a compact area mainly located in the south of the province of Barcelona and a small part of Tarragona, covering municipalities from:Alt PenedèsBaix PenedèsAnoiaAlt CampBaix LlobregatA landscape marked by soil diversity, Mediterranean influence and altitude contrasts, all key to the freshness and complexity of these sparkling wines.Regulations and quality commitmentsCorpinnat’s regulations were designed to guarantee quality standards well above the industry average. Key commitments include:Certified organic viticulturePredominant use of local grape varietiesHand harvestingVinification and ageing entirely on the estateMinimum ageing of 18 months on leesObligation to market:at least one sparkling wine aged 30 monthsand another aged 60 months or moreIntegration of growers into the value chain, promoting fair and stable relationshipsCorpinnat thus stands among the most demanding sparkling‑wine projects in Europe.Corpinnat versus CavaFrom a technical perspective, all Corpinnat wines are cavas, understood as sparkling wines made using the traditional method. The difference is legal and structural, not technical.Corpinnat wineries voluntarily left the DO Cava in 2019 in order to apply stricter territorial boundaries and quality standards that were not accepted within the DO framework.Corpinnat and Clàssic PenedèsCorpinnat and Clàssic Penedès share a very similar philosophy: organic, high‑quality sparkling wines from Penedès. Differences are mainly technical.Clàssic Penedès requires 15 months minimum ageingCorpinnat requires 18 months, plus additional standardsBoth aim to consolidate a strong and specific identity for Penedès sparkling wines.Dosage and stylesNot all Corpinnat wines are brut nature. Recognised styles include brut nature, extra brut and brut, with other dosage levels allowed in specific cases.Are there ancestral wines in Corpinnat?Currently, none of the Corpinnat wineries produce ancestral‑method sparkling wines, although the regulations do not exclude them if all other requirements are met.Corpinnat wineries available at VinissimusThe following wineries currently form part of the Corpinnat collective. Each interprets the Penedès territory through its own identity, while sharing the same commitments to origin, organic viticulture and long ageing.GramonaHistoric winery from Sant Sadurní d’Anoia, a benchmark for very long‑aged sparkling wines, known for its artisanal methods, biodynamic viticulture and deep respect for time.LlopartMountain viticulturists in Subirats since the 14th century, specialising in organic sparkling wines aged for long periods at some of the highest vineyards in the Penedès.NadalA family of growers since 1510, exclusively devoted to sparkling wine since 1943, offering a precise and austere interpretation of Penedès based on estate‑grown local varieties.RecaredoBiodynamic viticulturists focused on vintage Brut Nature sparkling wines and extreme ageing, where time itself becomes a defining stylistic element.Castellroig (Sabaté i Coca)A strongly parcel‑driven project in the Bitlles river valley, translating soil diversity into sparkling wines of marked minerality and personality.TorellóViticulturists since 1395 at the Can Martí estate, dedicated to organic, long‑aged sparkling wines with a faithful and territorial vision of Penedès.Huguet de Can FeixesEstate winery in the inner mountains of Alt Penedès, renowned for the expressive elegance of parellada and a long‑standing commitment to organic viticulture.Júlia BernetFamily project in the Ordal massif, working high‑altitude vineyards on limestone soils to create sparkling wines of freshness, precision and strong territorial character.Mas CandíA young and restless winery from the Garraf massif, driven by native grape varieties and respectful experimentation both in the vineyard and the cellar.Can DescregutMinimal‑intervention project in Vilobí del Penedès, producing sparkling wines with strong mineral character from gypsum‑rich soils and old organic vineyards.PardasViticulturists from the Bitlles river valley producing exclusively Brut Nature sparkling wines, highlighting the ageing potential of xarel·lo and sumoll.BufadorsSmall artisanal winery working without additives or sulphites, with manual disgorgement and cork ageing, offering a free yet precise expression of sparkling wine.CistellerProject founded in 2022 by Jessica Madigan and Sergi Canals, focused on xarel·lo from the Ordal and a contemporary reading of Penedès’ limestone terroirs.Celler ViaderPersonal project of Eduard Viader, combining youthful energy with traditional sparkling‑wine craftsmanship and a strong sense of place.Mas de la BasserolaMountain winery in Pla de Manlleu, where old parellada vines and a complete agricultural ecosystem produce fresh, mineral and expressive sparkling wines.Celler KriptaIconic Penedès project founded by Agustí Torelló, creator of one of Spain’s most emblematic sparkling wines, based on native varieties.DEMOSTSmall artisan project in Gelida, crafting limited‑production organic sparkling wines with manual disgorgement and a deep respect for tradition.Mas BertranFamily winery in Sant Martí Sarroca combining tradition and innovation through sparkling wines based on xarel·lo and sumoll.AT RocaProject founded by Agustí Torelló Sibill, centred on organic and regenerative viticulture, long ageing and a limestone‑driven interpretation of the Penedès landscape.Celler MirHistoric winery from Subirats entering a new phase focused on vintage sparkling wines, limited production and minimal intervention.Torné & BelFamily project from Espiells where six generations of viticulture give shape to organic sparkling wines made with patience and sensitivity.Juvé & CampsCentenary Penedès winery, pioneer of Brut Nature and long ageing, internationally recognised for its blending mastery and ecological commitment.