Sparkling Wine   Macabeo, Xarel-Lo, Parellada   Spain   Penedes
Type   Varietal   Country   Region

Cellar Notes

Date printed: May 19, 2013

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0 Jaume Serra - Cristalino Brut Cava

NV Jaume Serra - Cristalino Brut Cava

Price on May 19, 2013: $5.99

URL: http://www.unionsquarewines.com/wines/--w2306455os

Leave it to Spain to come up with the world's greatest value in sparkling wine. Cristalino Cava is crafted with the traditional Catalan blend of Macabeo, Xarel-lo, and Parellada grapes grown in a multitude of Penedes vineyards, just a short distance away from Barcelona. Vinified in the méthode Champenois, this festive effervescent wine is full of apple, citrus, and toast aromas and flavors, certainly enough for sparklers found at twice the price. Rely on the Cristalino to liven up mimosas and Champagne cocktails, or pop open a bottle for an impromptu toast whenever you feel the urge. At the table, we've enjoyed pairing this bargain bubbly with traditional Spanish tortilla, classic shrimp cocktails, sushi, and paddlefish roe on toast pointes. 

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