The best cava in Spain is from Barcelona. Although Catalan cava has always stood out, this year the Peñín Guide, one of the most prestigious in the world, reconfirmed it. He noted that the best producers are located in Alella (El Maresme), a popular wine-growing area located just a few minutes from the Catalan capital.
In particular, the 2010 and 2012 vintages of Alta Alella 10 Gran Reserva, belonging to the Pujol-Busquets family, were awarded.
The bottle of cava costs 120 euros each and is aged for a minimum of 10 years.
The Pujol-Busquets family states that this cava has “its own personality”, “the soul of a great wine” and stands out for its “freshness, elegance and complexity”.
The Peñín Guide describes it as a cava with aromas of toasted caramel, candied fruit and fine lees with a bright golden color.
In summary, it is tasty, oily, elegant, with fine bitterness and fine bubbles.
The best cava in Spain is from Barcelona
The family produces this exquisite wine on the Can Genís estate, next to the Mediterranean and sheltered by the Serralada de Marina Natural Park. It is a family business that has been established in Can Genís since 1991.
According to the family, their winery has always carried out certified organic farming in order to create a system in harmony with the local flora and fauna.
For all these characteristics, the wine produced in Alella, in the province of Barcelona, was chosen as the best cava in the country.
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In fact, the last international championship also confirmed that the best Spanish cava is of Catalan origin.
Cava is the official name of the Spanish sparkling wine that over time has become a serious rival to the famous French Champagne.
Traveling to Barcelona would not be complete without enjoying a glass of this sensational drink. It is the pride and joy of many winemakers in Catalonia, as it is one of the few regions where cava can be produced officially.
It is a highly refreshing drink that you can enjoy to the fullest. In fact, near Barcelona it is very common to find different plans for wine tourism.
The beautiful lands surrounding the city and about half an hour away, take you to the magical world of the vineyards. Full of color and flavors that delight your taste and palate.
One weekend you can take a getaway to leave the stress of the city and go into nature to live one of the best experiences. Visiting vineyards and tasting exquisite wines accompanied by delicious accompaniments can be one of the best plans for a weekend, why not?
