Bodega Clandestina

Ferran Lacruz farms 8 hectares of vines in Catalonia, in the small village of Sant Marti Sarroca, in the heart of the Penedès wine region. Ferran started this project with his first vintage of 2018. He works completely outside of any appellation, farms the grapes organically, and is not adding anything to any of the wines. All the grapes are hand-harvested, and nothing is filtered or fined. Ferran grew up in this part of Catalonia, and since being a small child was seduced by the landscape, natural beauty, and the important of wine producing in the culture. He studied tourism in college, which left him feeling unfulfilled. So, with a friend, he began to embark on the journey of becoming a winemaker, looking to produce clean natural wines that express his homeland with honesty. -Jenny & Francois

About the Winemaker

Bodega Clandestina

Ferran Lacruz's winemaking journey is a testament to his deep-rooted connection to the land and his unwavering commitment to crafting authentic wines that reflect the essence of Catalonia. Situated in the quaint village of Sant Marti Sarroca within the renowned Penedès wine region, Lacruz oversees 8 hectares of vineyards, cultivating grapes organically and eschewing the constraints of any appellation. With his inaugural vintage in 2018, he embarked on a mission to produce wines that capture the natural beauty and cultural significance of his homeland. Embracing a hands-on approach, Lacruz personally tends to the vines, ensuring that each grape is hand-harvested with care and attention to detail.

Bodega Clandestina

The Region

Catalonia, Spain

Nestled in the northeastern corner of Spain, Catalonia is a region steeped in history, culture, and winemaking tradition, where natural wine has found a vibrant and welcoming home. With its diverse terroir encompassing coastal plains, rolling hills, and soaring mountains, Catalonia offers an ideal environment for cultivating a wide array of grape varieties, including Garnacha, Carinyena, and Xarel·lo. Natural winemakers in Catalonia are dedicated to preserving the region's biodiversity and heritage, employing organic and biodynamic practices in the vineyard and minimal intervention techniques in the cellar. By allowing grapes to ferment spontaneously with native yeasts and eschewing additives, they craft wines that reflect the unique terroir of Catalonia—expressing lively acidity, nuanced minerality, and a true sense of place. Catalonia's natural wines span a spectrum of styles, from crisp sparkling Cava to bold reds, each bottle a testament to the region's rich cultural tapestry and unwavering commitment to quality and sustainability. Whether sipping a refreshing rosé along the Costa Brava or savoring a complex Priorat red in the shadow of Montsant, Catalonia's natural wines offer a taste of the region's soul and a glimpse into its storied winemaking heritage.