2022 Cati Ribot "Son Llebre" Blanc

Cati is an anomaly in the world of natural wine. Not only is she one of two female winemakers on the island of Mallorca, she is also just one of three natural winemakers in a place where winemaking is difficult. While many use the international varieties like Cabernet and Syrah to make their wines noticed by the world, Cati made a firm decision to use indigenous varieties that are lighter in style, reflecting the terroir of Mallorca. It shows just how focused Cati is as she not only is a single mother with a winery to run, additionally she flew back and forth from Barcelona to Mallorca daily while training as a somm. Her work ethic is unparalleled. 

This is a blend of indigenous grapes from outside the family’s bodega. The fruit is aged both in amphora and stainless, as well as seeing a couple hours of skin contact. The wine is done completely naturally.

Country: Spain

Region: Mallorca

Appellation: Mallorca (Islas Baleares)

Vineyard: Sourced from vineyards near the Ribot family bodega

Style: White Wine

Producer: Cati Ribot

Farming Practices: Natural / Low Intervention

Grapes: 100% Malvasia (Indigenous Variety)

Food Pairings:

• Grilled Mediterranean fish
  

• Fresh cheeses (like Mahón or goat cheese)
  

• Lemon-herb chicken
  

• Tapas with olive oil, garlic, or almonds
  
  

Characteristics:

• Native Grape Expression
  

• Skin Contact (Brief – a few hours)
  

• Aged in Amphora & Stainless Steel
  

• No Additions; Fully Natural Fermentation
  

• Medium Body
  

• Rare Natural Wine from Mallorca
  

• Only a Few Female Winemakers on the Island
  750 mL
  
  

Tasting Notes:
Lightly textured and savory, with notes of stone fruit, citrus zest, and Mediterranean herbs. A gentle waxiness from the skin contact gives it structure, while the amphora aging adds lift and mineral depth. A soulful white that reflects both the island and its focused, tenacious winemaker.