Jean Leon Xarel·lo 2024 is a tribute to the impressive white grape variety xarel·lo and a homage to the Penedès region, a wine that inaugurates the new Nativa range with which the Jean Leon winery aims to highlight the magnificent native grapes of this prestigious wine region. The Catalan tile inspires this collection, and the compass rose illustrates this fresh, elegant, and organic white wine.
Jean Leon Xarel·lo 2025 is a sensational single-varietal wine made from a selection of the finest xarel·lo grapes from the Jean Leon winery in the D.O. Penedès. Crafted from grapes grown on clay-limestone soil of sedimentary origin, at an altitude of over 225 meters, its production included a 12-day stay in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature, aging on fine lees, and the maturation of a small percentage of the wine in acacia barrels for 3 months. This fresh and elegant white wine captures the essence of Penedès and showcases its qualities to the world: a collectible and organic wine, with limited production, featuring citrus and white fruit aromas, fresh, creamy texture, and a very elegant acidity.
In 1963, thanks to the purchase of 150 hectares of land in the heart of the D.O. Penedès, the adventurous businessman from Santander, Jean Leon (Ceferino Carrión), fulfilled his dream of creating a winery that bore his name, with the ambition of producing the finest wines for his renowned New York restaurant, La Scala, frequently visited by stars of Hollywood's golden era such as James Dean, Marlon Brando, or Marilyn Monroe. By the 1980s, his wines had already achieved international success. Today, this boutique winery, owned by the Torres family, keeps his legacy alive by producing innovative and organic wines. Its Nativa range, made from native Catalan varieties, pays tribute to Penedès, the place Jean Leon chose to start his winemaking project, and features labels inspired by the Catalan tile.
Jean Leon Xarel·lo 2025 is ideal for pairing with salads dressed with “xató” sauce, roasted vegetables, rice dishes, white meats, cheeses, and oriental cuisine.
Serving temperature
Type of wine
Region
Grape variety
100% Xarel·lo
Type of barrel
Acacia barrel
Type of bottle
Burgundy
Barrel aging time
3 months of aging (a small percentage of the wine)
Capacity (cl)
75
Jean Leon Xarel·lo 2025 is a sensational single-varietal wine made from a selection of the finest xarel·lo grapes from the Jean Leon winery in the D.O. Penedès. Crafted from grapes grown on clay-limestone soil of sedimentary origin, at an altitude of over 225 meters, its production included a 12-day stay in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature, aging on fine lees, and the maturation of a small percentage of the wine in acacia barrels for 3 months. This fresh and elegant white wine captures the essence of Penedès and showcases its qualities to the world: a collectible and organic wine, with limited production, featuring citrus and white fruit aromas, fresh, creamy texture, and a very elegant acidity.
In 1963, thanks to the purchase of 150 hectares of land in the heart of the D.O. Penedès, the adventurous businessman from Santander, Jean Leon (Ceferino Carrión), fulfilled his dream of creating a winery that bore his name, with the ambition of producing the finest wines for his renowned New York restaurant, La Scala, frequently visited by stars of Hollywood's golden era such as James Dean, Marlon Brando, or Marilyn Monroe. By the 1980s, his wines had already achieved international success. Today, this boutique winery, owned by the Torres family, keeps his legacy alive by producing innovative and organic wines. Its Nativa range, made from native Catalan varieties, pays tribute to Penedès, the place Jean Leon chose to start his winemaking project, and features labels inspired by the Catalan tile.
Jean Leon Xarel·lo 2025 is ideal for pairing with salads dressed with “xató” sauce, roasted vegetables, rice dishes, white meats, cheeses, and oriental cuisine.
Jean Leon Xarel·lo exhibits a yellow color with greenish hues, clean and bright.
On the nose, it stands out for its aromas of white fruit, fennel, nutmeg, citrus, and fruity notes.
On the palate, it is elegant, fresh, smooth, with a very good entry and well-integrated acidity. Persistent finish.
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.
