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.
Information:
Variety
Macabeu & Paralleda.
Area
D.O. Conca de Barberà, Spain.
Nature of the Soils
Silty Clay Soil & Sustainable Agriculture.
Surface of the Vineyards
80 Hectares (198 Acres).
Alcohol Percentage
11.5% Vol.
Vinification & Maturing of the Wine
This Cava is made following the traditional method from blending the best Macabeu & Parellada grapes. The minimum ageing is between twelve & eighteen months in bottle.
Tasting Notes
The Cava is light yellow coloured with green hints and fine bubbles. The elegant hints are complemented by milky notes and a delicate, white fruit finish (Apple & Pear). The Cava is pleasant in the mouth, with perfectly-balanced acidity & well-integrated carbonic (bubbles). It has a pleasant, long & full aftertaste.
Recommendations
We recommend to serve this cava at a temperature between 6 & 8 degrees Celsius. A perfect serve as aperitif or with seafood (eg. langoustine, shrimps, lobster or salmon).
