{"product_id":"2022-muchada-leclapart-univers","title":"2022 Muchada-Léclapart Univers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Muchada-Léclapart Univers is a refined, terroir-driven white wine from the Atlantic coast of southern Spain, crafted in tiny quantities by one of the most exciting artisanal projects in Andalucía. Born from old-vine Palomino rooted in pure albariza chalk, it marries the precision of top Champagne growers with the soulful character of the Sherry region. Univers is designed to express place rather than fortification or flor dominance, offering a pure, saline and deeply mineral take on the historic vineyards around the Bay of Cádiz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2022 Univers shows a luminous pale straw to light lemon color with silvery reflections, hinting at its freshness and youth. The nose is quietly complex rather than overtly fruity: expect notes of citrus zest, green and yellow apple, fresh almond, chamomile, fennel frond and sea spray, layered over subtle white flowers and a chalky, dusty mineral edge typical of albariza soils.\n\nOn the palate, Univers is taut, linear and precise, with a vibrant acidity that carries flavors of lemon peel, crunchy orchard fruit, grapefruit pith and a savory, almost umami-like saline character. There is a fine, powdery texture and a distinct chalky grip on the finish, giving the wine both structure and length. Oak, if present, is extremely discreet, supporting rather than marking the profile. The 2022 vintage is approachable now for its clarity and energy, but it has the balance and mineral backbone to develop beautifully over the next 5–8 years, gaining more nutty, herbal and honeyed nuances with bottle age while preserving its tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMuchada-Léclapart works with old Palomino vines planted on prized albariza soils near the Atlantic, in the broader Sherry area of Cádiz, where the blinding white, chalk-rich terroir and cool ocean breezes create ideal conditions for expressive, saline whites. The vineyards are farmed biodynamically and organically, with a strong emphasis on soil life, low yields and manual work; harvesting is done by hand to ensure perfect selection and gentle handling of the fruit. In the cellar, Univers is vinified with a minimalist philosophy: native yeast fermentations, gentle pressing and careful handling to preserve tension and purity, often with élevage in neutral vessels (older barrels or large casks) that respect the grape and terroir rather than adding overt oak influence. The focus is on still wine expression rather than traditional fortification, allowing the albariza and Atlantic climate to speak clearly in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2022 Univers is a natural partner for seafood and dishes that highlight purity, texture and salinity. Think oysters, raw or lightly marinated shellfish, grilled prawns, clams in white wine, crudo, sashimi, simply grilled white fish, as well as delicately flavored tapas like boquerones, jamón ibérico, salt-cod brandade, or soft goat and sheep’s cheeses. It also shines alongside vegetable-driven plates such as artichokes, fennel, asparagus, and citrus-dressed salads, where its freshness and minerality cut through and refresh the palate. Serve well chilled but not icy, around 9–11 °C (48–52 °F), to allow the aromatics to open. A brief decant of 15–30 minutes in a small carafe can help the wine unfold its more subtle herbal and chalky notes, especially in its youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMuchada-Léclapart is a boutique project in the Bay of Cádiz that has quickly become one of the most talked-about names in Spanish white wine. It is a collaboration between Alejandro Muchada, a local grower deeply committed to reviving the historical still-wine potential of the Sherry zone, and David Léclapart, the renowned biodynamic grower-producer from Champagne. Together, they apply Champagne-style precision, low-intervention winemaking and biodynamic viticulture to old-vine Palomino on albariza soils, focusing on unfortified, terroir-expressive whites rather than traditional Sherry. Their wines, produced in tiny quantities, have played an important role in redefining the image of Cádiz as a source of world-class still wines, and they are highly sought after by sommeliers and collectors who value purity, minerality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Muchada-Léclapart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255056126289,"sku":"GCW-MUCH-22004","price":37.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2022_MuchadaLclapart_Univers.png?v=1783456300","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2022-muchada-leclapart-univers","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}