This is one of our most unusual white wines. It's a Chardonnay, nothing unusual there you might think but when you consider it is made to tiny yeilds, fully barrel fermented and then aged in new oak you will start to understand that this is no normal wine. That said it is not a wine for everyone - big, rich Chardonnay fans only! The nose is mineral with hints of tropical fruits and vanilla and the palate is similar but shows great depth and complexity and finishes really, really long. Starting to drink really well in 2010 and a great match to creamy sauces, lobster or roast pork belly.

Eixaders This name reminds us of the Catalan word for the hoes we still often use when we go out into the field, though it's also the name of an old town near the former barony of Vallbona. It is our Chardonnay.

The history of Vallbona is defined by the presence of the oldest Cistercian convent in Catalonia. The Cistercian order was founded in Burgundy and is dedicated to combining spiritual activity according to the Rule of St Benedict with agricultural development and regional planning. Vallbona is a land of ridges and small valleys that reflect the erosive power of water, which left its mark and shaped the landscape. It is a place of deep soil, with hillsides supported by dry-rock retaining walls. These structures, along with numerous cabins, speak of the area’s more populous, productive past. The retaining walls are a key factor in keeping the soil fertile and using water efficiently; and the knowledge and hard work built up over generations permit us to enjoy an impressive landscape that is now seriously endangered. The area has an inland Mediterranean continental climate, with nights cooled by the sea breeze, and with minimal rainfall (around 350 mm per year). The altitude (450-700 m) allows for a mild, long ripening period, which is a limitation for certain crops. The natural vegetation is Mediterranean and can be found along the old retaining walls, the ridges and in the abandoned fields.