COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Macabeo, Xarel-lo, Parellada
PRODUCER
Bodegas Aessir
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Crusset Brut Nature Reserva is a Cava from Bodegas Aessir, a winery with a rich family history in Cava production dating back to 1929. It is crafted in the Catalonia region of Spain, specifically the Barcelona wine valley, utilizing the traditional Cava blend of Macabeo, Xarel-lo, and Parellada grapes. The wine is made in the Brut Nature style, indicating minimal residual sugar. Bodegas Aessir is known for its commitment to indigenous grape varieties and has received international acclaim for its quality-price ratio, with La Crusset Brut Nature Reserva being a frequent recipient of such recognition.
ALCOHOL
11.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Family winemaking legacy since 1929.
Fact 02
Uses traditional Cava grapes: Macabeo, Xarel-lo, Parellada.
Fact 03
Recognized multiple times as best quality-price Cava.
Fact 04
Producer also explores Bobal and Grenache varietals.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
La Crusset Brut Nature Reserva is produced using the Traditional Method, the same technique used for Champagne. This involves a first fermentation to create a base wine, followed by a second fermentation in the bottle to produce the carbonation. As a Reserva, it is aged on its lees for a minimum of 18 months, contributing to its complexity and fine bubble structure. The grapes, Macabeo, Xarel-lo, and Parellada, are typically harvested by hand. Bodegas Aessir's approach emphasizes the use of indigenous grapes and the expression of the Catalonia terroir.
