COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Xarel·lo, Parellada, Chardonnay, Macabeo
PRODUCER
Covides Vinyes-Cellers
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Duc de Foix Brut Nature Reserva is a Cava produced by Covides Vinyes-Cellers, a cooperative winery in Catalonia formed by over 700 winegrowers. The wine is crafted from a blend of Xarel·lo, Parellada, Chardonnay, and Macabeo grapes, grown in the diverse terroirs of the Penedès region. Its designation as a Brut Nature Reserva highlights its dry style and extended aging period, contributing to its complexity. Covides emphasizes artisanal winemaking and a commitment to quality, blending traditional methods with innovation.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
4-6°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Covides is Catalonia's largest cooperative winery.
Fact 02
The 'Reserva' designation means at least 18 months aging on lees.
Fact 03
Brut Nature signifies the driest style of Cava, with minimal residual sugar.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Duc de Foix Brut Nature Reserva is produced using the traditional method for Cava, involving a second fermentation in the bottle. This process is followed by an extended aging period on lees, meeting the 'Reserva' requirement of at least 18 months. Cold maceration is employed for the Chardonnay grapes for a few hours. The producer, Covides Vinyes-Cellers, emphasizes artisanal winemaking and a philosophy that blends tradition with innovation, while maintaining a respectful approach to the land and its ecological identity.
