Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate the love that you share with your significant other. And what better way to do that than with a bottle of Cava sparkling wine? Cava is made in the traditional method just like Champagne but comes from the Catalonia region (D.O Cava) in Spain. It pairs well with a variety of foods, making it a versatile wine for pairing for your dinner with a loved one. Its acidity and effervescence make it an excellent match for salty and savory dishes, bright citrus flavors, and contrasting textures such as oysters or dark chocolate truffles.
Cava’s mix of quality, affordability, and versatility make it a perfect match for a romantic night with your special someone. Let’s explore five of the top producers to help celebrate your “love holiday.”
Avinyó 2016 La Ticota Gran Reserve ($40-45)
A clean and bright color with golden nuances, fine bubbles, and abundant crown, on the nose it has the typical tertiary aromas of lengthy aging and on the palate, it is complex and it has a long and pleasant aftertaste.
Codorníu Ars Collecta Blanc De Blancs ($15-20)
A yellow hue and golden reflections. It features a strong fruity character, with notes of peach, nectarine, nuts, and typical bakery and brioche notes. On the palate, it is complex and balanced, smooth. Fine and long-lasting bubbles.
Parés Baltà Blanca Cusiné 2013 ($45-60)
Intense aroma with dried fruits, toasted notes and subtle hints of fruit compote. Elegant entry on the palate with very good acidity, silky carbonic and a finish with hints of dried fruit and toasted notes
Pere Mata Cupada Rosé 2021 ($20-25)
Pale strawberry in color with fine, consistent bubbles. Snappy and bright with just the slightest hint of red berry spice. The finish is citrus driven with pleasant acidity. Elegance and finesse in spades.
Vilarnau Rosé Delicat Brut Reserva ($17-25)
Pale pink color. Delicious, fragrant, violet and rose aromas, with some ripe red fruit, strawberries, and blackberries. Perfectly balanced, very soft, creamy, and fresh; very elegant.
Travel to Cava Wine Country
Interested in a wine travel experience to upgrade your next Valentine’s Day? Barcelona, the dynamic capital of Catalonia, serves as an excellent starting point for global travelers eager to explore the distinguished Comtats de Barcelona region, renowned for its Cava production. Situated in the heart of Cava country, Sant Sadurní d’Anoia and Vilafranca del Penedès are key destinations offering boutique hotels and rich cultural experiences, providing the perfect backdrop for an immersive Cava journey. Vilafranca del Penedès, with its unique blend of history and viticulture, showcases Bolet, a historic bed and breakfast featuring captivating views and a vineyard-facing pool, as well as Mastinell, an architectural masterpiece with a rippled roof mirroring the curves of resting cava bottles, offering a luxurious five-star boutique hotel experience. For those seeking profound connections, wineries like Mastinell and Bolet extend accommodations amidst the vineyards, inviting travelers into a realm where the effervescence of Cava harmonizes with the warmth of Catalan hospitality.
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