Mestres, Clos Damiana, Gran Reserva, D.O. Cava, white sparkling wine, 0.75l

Awards: 94+ points – Robert Parker

Grape variety: made from the traditional Catalan varieties Xarel·lo, Macabeo and Parellada

Vineyard:
The grapes come from Mestres's own vineyards in the Penedès region, within the D.O. Cava designation. The vineyards are planted with old vine bushes, often more than 50 years old, which give low yields and a high concentration of flavour. The harvest is done by hand to preserve maximum grape quality.

Ageing:
After gentle pressing, the base wine undergoes primary fermentation, with part of the wine also fermenting and ageing in wooden barrels. The wine then undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle using the traditional method, followed by an exceptionally long ageing period on the lees exceeding 10 years (up to 140 months). Disgorgement is done by hand with no dosage liqueur added, so the resulting wine is Brut Nature.

Taste and aroma:
On the nose the wine is very complex and elegant, with notes of dried fruit, nuts, brioche, honey and delicate spicy and mineral nuances. On the palate it is dry, creamy, with pronounced acidity, perfectly integrated mousse and an exceptionally long, harmonious finish.

Tasting notes:
It is recommended to serve it at a temperature of 10-13°C. Clos Damiana is ideal as a standalone tasting wine or with high-end gastronomic dishes such as seafood, fish, risottos or sophisticated Mediterranean cuisine.

Alcohol content: 12%

Origin: Spain, D.O. Cava, the Penedès region in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia