Huguet de Can Feixes
The historic Can Feixes Estate is situated on gravely slopes nestled over 1400 feet above sea level in an incomparable setting on the slopes of the famous Montserrat pinnacle, which forms Penedès northern boundary in the Upper Penedès wine region of Barcelona. The estate is comprised of 197 acres under vine (80 ha) made up on 80 parcels. Can Feixes forms an ecological environment where different crops and varied vegetation interact in perfect symbiosis between the cultivated and wildlands, reflecting the best expression of biodiversity in agriculture. For the Huguet family, respect and protection of the environment are considered integral elements of quality wines.
These are the farthest Penedès vineyards from the Mediterranean with, at times, extreme continental temperature variation. The drier climate is conducive to grape health. The altitude and mountain terrain constitute the tiny viticultural home of the Parellada variety, locally known as Montonec (“grape of the mountain”). The soil is chalk, clay and quite rocky with a capacity to retain water. The combination of climate and soil result in lower yields and grapes of exceptional quality. As a recognized Corpinnat estate, Can Feixes carefully harvests only the finest grapes, reserving its best wines for the family label. The wines are Certified Organic by USA & CCPAE – Consell Català de la Producció Agrària Ecològica, Spain.
The goal is to reflect the most authentic expression of the landscape, creating emotions through the extraordinary organic wines the familyis able to produce. The secrets of this exceptional terroir are what make Can Feixes and its wines special.
The Wine
Vineyard Profile
Estate vineyards in foothills of upper Pènedes region, Alt Pènedes, D.O. Pènedes, Cataluña.
- Altitude: over 1400 feet
- Soils: Limestone and minerally gravel
- Vine Age: 60+ years
- Vine Training Systems: Goblet & Cordon-Royat
Harvest Notes
- Hand harvested with careful berry selection
- Second sorting at winery
- Destemmed; free run juice from gentle pneumatic pressing
- Fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks
- Aged 12 months in 225 liter, used French oak barrels
- Bottle aged minimum of 6 years in subterranean cellar
Winemaker's Notes
This ‘Reserva’ style wine features balsamic aromas combined with dried Mediterranean herbs. A full, round palate with dark fruit flavors and soft, integrated tannins, leading to a complex and satisfying, persistent finish.
Wine Summary
45% Merlot, 30% Petit Verdot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon; alcohol: 14.5%; high estate vineyards at 1400+ feet in Alt Pènedes, D.O. Pènedes; limestone and minerally gravel soils; vines over 60 years; hand harvested with 2 sorting passes; fermented in stainless steel tanks; aged 12 months in used 225 liter French oak barrels; bottle aged 6 years in cellar; certified Organic grapes by CCPAE – Consell Català de la Producció Agrària Ecològica Spain.
Technical Information
- 45% Merlot, 30% Petit Verdot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Alcohol: 14.5%
- Total Acidity: 6.3 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 0.6 g/l
- Total SO2: 35 mg/l
- Certified organic grapes by CCPAE – Consell Català de la Producció Agrària Ecològica Spain
Reviews
91 Points
The incredibly young and lively red 2013 Negre Tradició is a balsamic and spicy blend of 45% Merlot, 30% Petit Verdot and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon that has a velvety Mediterranean profile, with good ripeness and a notable absence of green or herbal aromas. It has 14.5% alcohol and a soft and round palate with fully resolved tannins. The wine matured in 225-liter oak barrels for one year and then spent a further six years in bottle, which has polished the wine to a very gentle texture. This is a very good value for the age, quality and complexity of the wine. 24,992 bottles produced. It was bottled in June 2015. 2022 – 2026
92 Points
A Merlot dominant Bordeaux blend that sees 12 months in barriques, and 6 years of ageing before its release. Really classic in profile; ripe, slightly dried dark fruits, graphite, a touch of forest floor and warm earth. This is still very juicy at 10 years of age and could go a way further, but it’s in a great spot now. 2020 – 2032
General Info
| COUNTRY | SPAIN |
| REGION | Catalonia/Cataluna |
| APPELLATION | D.O. Penedes/Corpinnat |
| PROPRIETORS | Founded by Don Jaime Feixes, acquired by the Huguet family in 1945 |
| FOUNDED | 1768 with continuous production since 1690 |
| WINEMAKER | Josep Maria Huguet |
| ANNUAL PRODUCTION | 6,000 9L cases |
| FARMING (SUSTAINABLE, ORGANIC, BIODYNAMIC) | 100% certified Organic by USA & CCPAE (Consell Català de la Producció Agrària Ecològica-Spain) and sustainable agriculture, 100% estate grown. One of 9 members of Corpinnat “born in the heart of the Penedes.” |