region: Corpinnat, Penedes, Catalonia, Spain
Grape(s): 47% Parellada, 27% Xarel-lo, 26% Macabeo
Farming: certified organic
For fans of sparkling wine, Cava has long been one of the best deals Champagne stylings at markedly more approachable prices. The word Corpinnat onthelabel is a portmonteau meaning born in the heart of the Penedes. It refers to wines from the region that are produced organically and hand-harvested from old vines. This distinction is shared by twelve such vineyards that are required to undergo annual audits to ensure quality. This bubbly blows even more expensive Champagnes out of the water with its balance between notes
toasty savoriness
and
fresh fruit
. With notes of
sugar cookie
and
lees-y richness,
this is a Champagne lovers sparkling wine.
Pairing: Aged Manchego, Jamn Serrano, & Crackers
