Can Ràfols dels Caus — Winery in Avinyonet del Penedès

In the Garraf Massif, in Avinyonet del Penedès, Carlos Esteva (1950–2023) originally set out to restore a centuries-old masia, but the old vineyards around it soon caught his attention. The estate covers around 450 hectares, about 90 of them under vine. Esteva was a pioneer in fermenting xarel·lo in chestnut barrels, and his Xarel·lo Pairal is the best-known example. Today the estate is run by director Jordi Esteve and Julia Esteva, Carlos's daughter.

The cellar is built into the rock, out of respect for the Garraf landscape. You can choose from several visits: with breakfast in the historic farmhouse, with a tasting of the three Gran Caus wines, or by 4x4 through the finest vineyards. Recommended for lovers of exceptional xarel·lo.