List of products by brand Abadal
Whites of unmatched balsamic finesse and identity, and deep reds steeped in the typicity, history, and freshness of the Mediterranean forest.
Founded in 1983 by Valentí Roqueta in Santa Maria d'Horta d'Avinyó, Abadal Winery was born with a deep commitment to reviving the winemaking tradition of one of Catalonia's most historic regions: Bages. Its environment is a unique ecosystem where the vineyards grow seamlessly integrated into a Mediterranean forest landscape, surrounded by pine trees, oaks, and wild aromatic herbs that naturally season the grapes' character. The climate is a mountain Mediterranean type with a distinct continental influence; it is defined by low rainfall, harsh winters, and hot summers where the sharp diurnal temperature variation between day and night ensures slow ripening and magnificent aromatic concentration. One of Abadal's core pillars is its absolute dedication to researching and rescuing forgotten indigenous grape varieties, turning each bottle into a liquid mirror of this wild woodland landscape.
Varietal Focus: The Legacy of Bages
Abadal's essence lies in its ability to interpret the territory through grapes that tell the story of its heritage and woodland surroundings.
- White Varieties: The absolute star is Picapoll, the area's quintessential native grape that provides crisp freshness, distinct identity, and an elegant acidity. It is masterfully complemented by Macabeo and Chardonnay.
- Red Varieties: Notable for the preservation of the historic and delicate Mandó and the vibrant Sumoll grapes, alongside perfectly adapted international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc.
The Character of Abadal Wines:
Abadal wines visually stand out for an expressive brightness and clarity, where the whites exhibit very clean straw and golden hues and the reds don intense cherry colors with vivid violet hints. Upon swirling the glass, the winery displays its authentic identity: an unmistakable aromatic symphony where fruit (citrus and white fruit in the whites; blackberries and ripe blueberries in the reds) melts organically with fragrances of undergrowth, wild thyme, rosemary, and a refreshing balsamic touch of wild mint—a direct mirror of the forest ecosystem that embraces the vines. On the palate, the entire range reveals a captivating finesse, offering a fluid journey with excellent volume and a velvety texture. The crispness of a beautifully preserved natural acidity balances perfectly with round tannins or an unctuous finish depending on the style of wine, leading to a long, sophisticated, and clean aftertaste that echoes limestone minerality and the purity of the Bages landscape.
Groundbreaking Pairings
We suggest culinary harmonies that challenge the conventional and elevate the organoleptic experience of Abadal's range:
- With the whites (Picapoll and blends): Pair the crispness of these wines with a bluefin tuna belly sashimi drizzled with a chamomile infusion and a touch of lime zest. The citrusy acidity and the characteristic weight of these whites cut through the rich fish fat effortlessly, while the floral notes bring out the wine's wildest herbal side.
- With the reds (Mandó and international varieties): Enjoy them alongside a duck magret with a dark fig sauce, bitter cocoa reduction, and a touch of Sichuan pepper. The shared balsamic and spicy personality of the estate's red wines melts harmoniously into the roasted undertones of the sauce, resulting in an unforgettable, three-dimensional gastronomic contrast.
