Jan 31, 2020
In an article entitled
Treat your valentine right with a bright Italian red for just $13, Washington Post wine columnist Dave McIntyre highlighted
Biutiful Cava Brut NV
If you’re looking for wines to treat your Valentine this Feb. 14, here are three that won’t break your budget — a sparkling rosé from South Africa that offers champagne-level quality at a fraction of the price, an outstanding Spanish cava bubbly that’s even cheaper, and a delightful Italian red that might prompt you to croon a love song. We also have two outstanding whites — from northern Italy and Santa Barbara County in California — to add flair to any meal.
Biutiful Brut Cava
*** (Exceptional) GREAT VALUE
Penedes, Spain, $14
This cava is a bit more champagne-like than most, thanks to the 20 percent of the blend being chardonnay. The chardonnay lends body and richness, along with ripe fruit notes and a bit of sweetness to match the red-fruit flavors of currant and raspberry. This is delightful bubbly, and easy to find. Alcohol by volume: 11.5 percent.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/treat-your-valentine-right-with-a-bright-italian-red-for-just-13/2020/01/31/4121e29e-436a-11ea-b5fc-eefa848cde99_story.html?arc404=true