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Jean Leon Vinya Gigi Chardonnay 2024 is one of the most cherished labels among Chardonnay white wine enthusiasts. Made from five hectares that form the Gigi vineyard, it is an excellent 'Vi de Finca' aged on lees for six months in French oak barrels.
Jean Leon Vinya Gigi Chardonnay 2024 is part of the select group of Catalan wines classified as ‘Vi de Finca’, which means it comes from a single vineyard with unique characteristics that grant it great singularity; this is the highest recognition a wine can achieve in Catalonia. The grapes (100% Chardonnay) come from Vinya Gigi, a vineyard planted in 1967, covering 5 hectares with clay-limestone soils where Chardonnay offers a magnificent expression.
The grapes used to produce Jean Leon Vinya Gigi Chardonnay 2024 were harvested manually. Once at the winery, only 60% of the must was used. Alcoholic fermentation took place at a controlled temperature of 16ºC in 225-liter French oak barrels and foudres, followed by malolactic fermentation and finally aging on lees for approximately 6 months in French oak barrels. The resulting wine remained in the bottle for a minimum of 6 months in the winery before its release.
Jean Leon is a ‘boutique winery’ founded in 1963 by Jean Leon in the heart of the Penedès. Jean Leon, of humble origins and born in Santander, emigrated to the United States and managed to open the trendiest restaurant in Hollywood’s golden era: La Scala. His other great dream was to create a wine bearing his name that would meet the standards of his select clientele, and in the heart of Penedès, he found the best land to make it happen. In Penedès, Jean Leon acquired 150 hectares and replaced the local vines with noble French varieties, becoming a pioneer in introducing grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Chardonnay to Spain. Vinya Gigi was named after Jean Leon’s daughter.
Serving temperature
Type of wine
Region
Grape variety
Type of barrel
French oak barrels (50% of the blend)
Type of bottle
Bordeaux Bottle
Barrel aging time
6 months on lees
Capacity (cl)
75
Bottling
25/04/2025
Total acidity (g/l)
5.24
Sugar
0.5
pH
3.26
Alcohol content (% vol.)
13
Jean Leon Vinya Gigi Chardonnay 2024 is part of the select group of Catalan wines classified as ‘Vi de Finca’, which means it comes from a single vineyard with unique characteristics that grant it great singularity; this is the highest recognition a wine can achieve in Catalonia. The grapes (100% Chardonnay) come from Vinya Gigi, a vineyard planted in 1967, covering 5 hectares with clay-limestone soils where Chardonnay offers a magnificent expression.
The grapes used to produce Jean Leon Vinya Gigi Chardonnay 2024 were harvested manually. Once at the winery, only 60% of the must was used. Alcoholic fermentation took place at a controlled temperature of 16ºC in 225-liter French oak barrels and foudres, followed by malolactic fermentation and finally aging on lees for approximately 6 months in French oak barrels. The resulting wine remained in the bottle for a minimum of 6 months in the winery before its release.
Jean Leon is a ‘boutique winery’ founded in 1963 by Jean Leon in the heart of the Penedès. Jean Leon, of humble origins and born in Santander, emigrated to the United States and managed to open the trendiest restaurant in Hollywood’s golden era: La Scala. His other great dream was to create a wine bearing his name that would meet the standards of his select clientele, and in the heart of Penedès, he found the best land to make it happen. In Penedès, Jean Leon acquired 150 hectares and replaced the local vines with noble French varieties, becoming a pioneer in introducing grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Chardonnay to Spain. Vinya Gigi was named after Jean Leon’s daughter.
Jean Leon Vinya Gigi Chardonnay presents a light pale golden color, clean and bright. On the nose, it stands out for its high intensity with aromas of fresh citrus and white fruit, over a background of fine toasty notes from French oak. On the palate, it has a creamy entry, and its balanced acidity makes the wine fresh and persistent.
Jean Leon is a 'boutique winery' founded in 1963 by Jean Leon in the heart of the Penedès. Jean Leon, born in Santander under the name Ceferino Carrión, emigrated to the United States and managed to open the most luxurious restaurant in Hollywood: La Scala, frequented by the biggest stars. His other great dream was to create a wine bearing his name that would live up to his select clientele, and in the heart of the Penedès, he found the best lands to make it a reality. Here, he acquired 150 hectares and replaced the local vines with noble French varieties, becoming a pioneer in introducing grapes such as cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, and chardonnay to Spain. He built a winery in the purest "château" style and created the first great 'cabernet sauvignon' of our country.
In 1994, two years before his death, Jean Leon left his winery to his friend Miguel Torres on the condition that he preserve his legacy. Today, under the leadership of Mireia Torres, Jean Leon's wines keep the innovative spirit of their creator alive. The winery has also been a pioneer in obtaining the "Vino de Finca" recognition in the Penedès, the highest accolade a wine can achieve in Catalonia. Moreover, Jean Leon's commitment to sustainability is absolute, producing all wines with organic certification. Currently, it has 65 hectares of vineyards, 39 of which are exclusively dedicated to cultivating its four Vinos de Finca: Vinya La Scala, Vinya Le Havre, Vinya Gigi, and Vinya Palau. Additionally, the winery has launched new wine ranges such as the 3055 range or the experimental limited editions.
