COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Parellada, Macabeo, Xarel-lo
PRODUCER
Freixenet
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut Organic is a non-vintage Cava from Catalonia, Spain, produced by Freixenet. It is crafted from a blend of Parellada, Macabeo, and Xarel-lo grapes. The wine is notable for its distinctive frosted black bottle and its recent adoption of organic viticulture, a change implemented in 2021. Freixenet, the producer, is one of Spain's largest wine houses with a history rooted in its founder's family estate.
ALCOHOL
11.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
First launched in Sweden in 1986.
Fact 02
Freixenet produces around 200 million bottles annually.
Fact 03
The black frosted bottle is instantly recognizable worldwide.
Fact 04
Organic certification requires a three-year conversion period.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut Organic is produced using the traditional method, also known as Méthode Champenoise, which involves a secondary fermentation in the bottle to create its effervescence. The wine is aged on its lees for 12-15 months, exceeding the minimum Cava requirement, which contributes to its texture and complexity. The grapes are sourced from Catalonia, Spain, and the producer has transitioned to using certified organic grapes, a process that involves a three-year conversion period for vineyards to eliminate chemical pesticide use.
