Castillo de Montblanc Cava Brut Reserva - 2019 (Catalunya Spain)
This amazing winery is located in D.O. Conca de Barberà, Spain (Catalonia). This little-known region can be found in the North-West of Spain and got the official title of D.O. Conca de Barberà in 1985. Cons de Barberà is mostly well-known about their amazing cava production.
Clos Montblanc is a 300 years old family owned winery which is currently managed by the passionate oenologist Joseph Vadri. He got the opportunity to learn techniques & knowledge from wine producers all over the world, which he applies in the traditional wine production of Clos Montblanc. The winery's 80 hectares of vineyards are spread out, on different heights, over the impressive nature of D.O. Conca de Barberà. This has a positive influence on the wine production in order to gain an optimal maturity of the grapes. All the wines are saved in their impressive wine cellars, which contains over 1.500 barrels. Clos Montblanc is a very traditional winery but is open for innovation and modern techniques in order to produce the best quality. Therefore, they highly value the nature & sustainability during their wine making process. That's why 100% of their water use contains rainwater.
Note: As this Cava is produced according to the rules of the D.O. Cava certification, you can also find a four pointed star in the cork.
Information:
Variety
Macabe, Xarello & Parelleda.
Area
Conca de Barberà, Spain.
Nature of Soils
Silty clay soil & sustainable agriculture.
Surface of the Vineyards
80 hectares (198 acres), which means they are a rather big winery compared to the other wineries in this area.
Alcohol Percentage
12.0% Vol.
Vinification & Maturing of the Wine
The grapes are fermented slowly in stainless steel tanks by low temperature. This in order to ensure the aromatic base of the cava. The second in bottle fermentation is proceed according to the traditional rules of cava. After disgorging, the cava remains in the bottle for about 24 months.
Tasting Notes
The wine is intense & well-balanced. The nose, is flavourful & fresh. In the mouth, there is a long aftertaste & well-balanced carbonic. There are some hints of nuts, yeast & an excellent harmony between alcohol & acidity.
Recommendations
We recommend to serve this Cava at a temperature between 6 & 8 degrees Celsius. A perfect serve with a selection of cheeses (especially sheep milk cheeses) or with paella, risotto, oysters, shrimps or with foie gras.
