Raventos i Blanc de Nit Brut 2021 750ml
DescriptionDe Nit, meaning 'of the night,' captures Raventós i Blanc's philosophy of harvesting under moonlight to preserve freshness and aromatics. Having famously left the Cava designation to forge their own path, this 2021 showcases why their Conca del Riu Anoia sparkling wines have gained cult status among wine cognoscenti.
The wine presents a pale straw color with fine, persistent bubbles that speak to meticulous production. On the nose, De Nit offers remarkable purity and precision—night harvesting has preserved delicate aromatics of white flowers, citrus blossoms, and fresh pear that might be lost in daytime heat. The biodynamic farming shows through in the wine's vitality and mineral expression, with crushed chalk and wet stone notes providing backbone. Subtle brioche and almond notes from lees aging add complexity without masking the pristine fruit.
The palate delivers crystalline purity wrapped in elegant bubbles. The texture is refined and precise, with a mousse so fine it seems to dissolve on the tongue. Citrus and green apple flavors are lifted by racing acidity and that distinctive mineral character that defines great sparkling wine. The dosage is minimal, allowing the wine's natural complexity to shine. This is sparkling wine that emphasizes terroir over technique, showing how specific vineyard sites can express themselves through bubbles.
De Nit 2021 represents Raventós i Blanc at their finest—producers who chose quality and authenticity over appellation politics. The night harvesting creates a wine of unusual freshness and delicacy, while biodynamic farming adds an extra dimension of vitality. The finish is long and pure, with mineral and citrus notes that seem to shimmer on the palate. This is serious sparkling wine for those who appreciate terroir expression and minimal intervention. A benchmark for what Spanish sparkling wine can achieve outside traditional classifications.
