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Maria Casanovas Cava Brut Nature Gran Reserva

"This silky, juicy Cava shows noteworthy concentration and serious finishing cut." —

Josh Raynolds, Vinous Media

Winery

MARIA CASANOVAS

Appellation

Cava D.O.

Grape(s)

42% Chardonnay, 38% Pinot Noir, 8% Parellada, 6%Macabeo, 6% Xarel•lo

Altitude/Soil

300 meters / lime-rich clay with abundant gravel

Farming Methods

Organic methods

Harvest

Pinot Noir was hand harvested during the last week of August, other varieties during the first weeks of Septmber

Production

Each variety was fermented separately allowing customized blending; PN was destemmed; the white grapes, whole-custer pressed

Aging

Second fermentation and aging in its own bottle for a minimum of 30 months, no dosage

Suggested Retail Price

$37

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Maria Casanovas Cava Brut Nature Gran Reserva 2009

90 (VM) 89 (WE)

Score	Publication	Review	Copy
90	Vinous Media	(disgorged November 2012): Pale gold. Expressive white peach and melon aromas are complicated by mint, fennel and toasty lees. Pliant, sappy and broad, the spice-laced honeydew, nectarine and pineapple flavors show very good clarity and lift. This silky, juicy Cava shows noteworthy concentration and serious finishing cut.
89	Wine Enthusiast	At first this is bready, and that’s all. With airing, things turn more complex. In the mouth, this feels racy and firmly acidic, while flavors of citrus turn yeasty and malty with time. A long, layered, yeasty finish shows a slow pulse and not much zest.

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