Grape: Macabeo, Xarel-lo ABV (11.5%)
Produce of: Cava, Spain
Producer: Freixenet
Case of 6, £137.94 (750 mls)
Equivalent to £22.99 per bottle, saving £1.00
Best with: Smoked salmon
, canapes
Ideal Drinking Occasions:
Everyday,
Celebrations,
Special Meals,
Alfresco,
Parties,
Before Dinner,
Tasting Notes...
Golden yellow with hints of straw, and a fine abundant mousse, rising slowly to a perfect crown. There are positive notes of bottle ageing on the nose, with toasty aromas blending deliciously with dried fruits and subtle tones of fresh fruit, such as ripe apples. There are also hints of fine pastries and of bread yeasts. Lively and elegant on the palate, with good structure. The flavours
of long bottle age predominate, but the fine sparkle and the balanced acidity create a refreshing finish
We say...
The cava is a blend of the 3 traditional cava grapes, Macabeo, Xarel-lo and Parallada. As with all previous Reserva Cavas from Freixenet it has been made from wines from several harvests, combining the best qualities of each of them. For this reason, it does not bear a declared vintage. The base wine, once bottled is closed with a natural cork and wire muzzle. This allows very specific aromatic properties to develop. The Cava is hand disgorged. This is a top quality Cava and sold in Harrods!
