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SparklingCava de Paraje Calificado

Can Sala 2013

by Can Sala · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationCava de Paraje Calificado
TypeSparkling
Grapes50% Xarel·lo, 50% Parellada
VineyardLow-yield qualified vineyards; the Parellada comes from 75-year-old vines at 340 m in Sant Quintí de Mediona.
LineCan Sala
Vintages2013, described as the latest vintage
Can SalaTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from low-yield qualified vineyards and is harvested by hand. Parellada is sourced from 75-year-old vines at 340 m. Production takes place at the family winery in Sant Quintí de Mediona.

Grapes

50% Xarel·lo and 50% Parellada.

Vinification

The grapes are gently pressed in a century-old Dubois press. Production follows a minimal-intervention philosophy with natural settling.

Ageing

The wine spends 144 months in rima on its lees. Natural cork closures and controlled cellar conditions support the extended maturation, and every bottle is disgorged by hand.

Technical data

Brut Nature Cava de Paraje Calificado. The release is limited to 4,000 bottles.

Tasting profile

Golden yellow, with a fine, persistent crown of bubbles. The nose is fresh and expressive, combining green apple and citrus with toast, brioche and almond. The palate is lively and well structured; balanced acidity lifts the fruit, while a creamy, delicate texture leads to a long, silky finish with touches of honey and nuts.

Serving and pairing

Pair with mushroom and Parmesan risotto, mature cheeses such as aged Manchego, lobster or grilled langoustines, duck confit or magret, or free-range chicken with truffle.

Vintage notes

The 2013 is identified as the latest vintage and received 144 months of ageing in rima.