Perles D'Or

Naveran is a historic estate in Can Parellada, Torrelavit, in the heart of Penedès. Its roots date to 1889, and its 40 hectares of vineyards form a mosaic of rolling hills, terraces and valley floors over marl and calcareous clay soils. The landscape, influenced by the Garraf massif and Montserrat, supports balanced ripening and natural freshness. Organic wines and cavas from Penedès Naveran farms its estate vineyards organically and follows a philosophy shaped by Catalan Modernism, balancing nature, sensitivity and expertise. Its precise, artisanal approach centers on estate-grown wines and traditional-method sparkling wines that express the Penedès landscape. In 2025, the Roqueta family assumed management and administration of Naveran, beginning a new chapter for the estate. Founder Michel Gilliéron Parellada remains a minority partner. Ramon Roqueta Segalés leads the company, while Marta Sanvicente Rubinat directs its technical and winemaking operations.

WHAT MAKES THIS WINE UNIQUE?

Perles d’Or showcases Xarel·lo selected from the Mel vineyard, one of Naveran’s emblematic parcels. Made entirely from organically grown Xarel·lo, it expresses the variety’s balanced fruit character, with added depth from extended aging on the lees.

RATING HISTORY:

2021 94 WE 'Editors' Choice'

GRAPE:

100% Xarel·lo. The Mel vineyard was planted in 1982 and sits at mid-level elevations in a sheltered part of the estate. It is home to old Xarel·lo and Macabeo vines, though Perles d’Or is made exclusively from Xarel·lo. The varied elevations across the parcel support a balanced expression of the fruit. This wine is certified organic and vegan. Residual sugar: 4 g/L.

VINIFICATION AND AGING:

The grapes are carefully selected in the vineyard. The must ferments in stainless steel at a controlled temperature. After the base wine is made, it undergoes a second fermentation in bottle and ages on its lees for at least 36 months.

LOCATION, SOIL, CLIMATE:

Naveran’s 40-hectare estate is located in Can Parellada, near Torrelavit in the Penedès Depression. Its vineyards form a mosaic of rolling hills, terraces and valley floors, with marl and calcareous clay soils. Influenced by the Garraf massif and Montserrat, the landscape supports balanced grape ripening and natural freshness, shaping wines with tension, elegance and a clear expression of Penedès.

TASTING NOTES:

Bright pale yellow, with fruit aromas layered with notes from bottle aging. The palate is full and unctuous, with well-integrated bubbles and balanced acidity. The finish is elegant, fruity and persistent.

ALCOHOL CONTENT:

12.5%

UPC CODE:

810411010402

BOTTLE WEIGHT:

1.9 lbs (.9 kg)