Flama Roja Cava Brut

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Viti/Vini Sustainable farming. Hand-harvested. Very low yields at 1hl of must for every 150kg of grapes. A mild first press is clarified and taken to the fermentation vats. The wine is then blended and bottled for the second fermentation. Aged a minimum 14 months on lees. The bubbles are fine and persistent at 5.6 bar of atmospheric pressure. 10g/1 dosage. Producer Castell d’Or is a group of top-quality cooperative cellars from different wine areas in Catalonia. Flama Roja is produced by Vila-Rodona, in the sub-region of Tarragona. This cooperative is known for having the best growers in the region, as well as an incredible level of meticulousness in the cellar. Efficiencies due to scale achieved through cooperative production have rendered a Cava of boutique production level quality at an incredible price point. Winemaker: Joan Rabada Producer: Castell d'Or Country: Spain Region: Catalonia, Tarragona Type: Sparkling, White Variety: Macabeo, Parellada, Xarel-lo Farming: Sustainable Age of Vines: Varied Production: 12,000 bottles Soil: Mainly calcareous Vegan