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93pts
2014 Vintage
93pts
2014 Vintage
93pts
Denominacion de Origen
D.O. Cava
Location
Sant Sadurni D’Anoia, Gelida, and Sant Llorenc, in Penedès, Barcelona, Spain.
Varietal
45% Xarel·Lo 33% Macabeu 22% Parellada
Vineyards
Can Castany, Can Prats
Year(s) Planted
Between 1928 and 1940.
Viticulture
Completely biodynamic viticulture. The grapes are sourced from estate vineyards planted in Can Castany and Can Prats, located in the Espiells area. These are the best possible vineyards of Xarel-lo. South-eastern oriented vineyards.
Soils
Limestone soils of a sandy texture.
Climate
Mediterranean
Winemaking
Methode champenoise. Rapid entry into the cellar by gravity. Gentle press with 50% extraction of free-run juice. Each variety is fermented in small tanks at controlled temperature. Secondary fermentation in bottle.
Aging
60 months in bottle.
Comments
CLAROR is the first biodynamic cava. CLAROR is a synonym of purity. This is the maximum expression of Mediterranean cava, the traditional penedès varieties, and the intensity of the old vines. A terroir driven, subtle, and complex Gran Reserva. TA: 6.1 g/L. RS: 0 g/L. A phenomenal aperitif or perfect to pair with Spanish rice dishes, fish, oysters, white meat, and goat cheeses. One of the few designated "Cavas de Paraje," the highest quality designation a Cava can achieve.