Petit Châpeau Cava Brut Nature Reserva
Petit Châpeau is a Cava shaped by the Mediterranean coast. The vineyards lie less than a kilometer from the shoreline, where the grapes absorb the humidity and salinity of the sea air. This maritime microclimate gives the wine its pure, fresh, lightly mineral character.
A second layer comes from the traditional method and at least 36 months of lees aging. This is not a simple sparkling wine for a toast, but a structured, gastronomic Cava with fine bubbles and notes of citrus, green apple, brioche, and toasted almonds.
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Petit Châpeau Cava Brut Nature Reserva brings the essence of the Mediterranean coast to every bubble. This exceptionally gastronomic Cava from traditional Macabeo, Parellada, and Xarel-lo combines fine bubbles, citrus freshness, white fruit, and the saline touch of maritime terroir. At least 36 months of lees aging gives it depth, an autolytic character, and the refinement to stand as a compelling alternative among premium sparkling wines.
VARIETY
Macabeo, Parellada, Xarel-lo
WINERY
Usarralde, a family winery run by brothers Álvaro and Javier, focuses on micro-terroir and authenticity. The Petit Châpeau project works with vineyards very close to the sea, less than one kilometer from the coast.
HARVEST
Hand-harvested with strict grape selection directly in the vineyard.
AGING
Traditional method of secondary fermentation in the bottle. The wine aged for at least 36 months on lees in the cellar, earning Reserva status and developing a complex autolytic character.
ANALYSIS
Alcohol: 11.6%; pH: 3.10; Residual sugar: 0.5 g/l. Brut Nature, with no dosage liqueur added.
TASTE AND CHARACTER
In the glass, it shows very fine, persistent bubbles and a straw-yellow color with golden reflections. The nose is pure and intense, with ripe citrus, green apple, and white stone fruit. Freshly baked brioche and toasted almonds emerge in the background, adding depth. The finish is long, refreshing, and pleasantly mineral.
SOMMELIER'S TIP
Serve at 6–8 °C. Let this Reserva open in the glass for 5 minutes. Ideal with oysters, tuna tartare, grilled prawns, or traditional Spanish seafood paella.
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