Enoteca, Brut Nature 2006

Wine Description for Enoteca Brut Nature 2006 by Gramona

Colour & Appearance

Luminous straw yellow with golden reflections. The perlage presents itself as exceptionally fine and persistent – a visual testament to the 160 months of bottle ageing that lend this Cava its noble maturity.

Nose

An aromatic fireworks display that impressively documents the extended ageing period. Baked apple and dried figs meet forest mushrooms and earthy notes. Fascinating hints of cocoa and roasted Brazil nuts complete the picture – a complexity one typically finds only in great Champagnes.

Palate

Here the Enoteca reveals its true greatness. Baked apple and cinnamon dominate a full-bodied, creamy structure that caresses the palate. The balance between youthful freshness and mature complexity is remarkable – a tightrope walk that Gramona executes with apparent ease.

Finish

Long, silky and meditative. The aromas linger persistently, leaving an impression of depth and elegance that invites contemplation.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A classic Catalan blend of 60% Xarel·lo and 40% Macabeo from Finca Font Jui. The 160 months of bottle ageing – more than 13 years – is realised only in exceptional vintages. Vinified as Brut Nature without dosage, this Cava showcases the pure essence of the grape varieties and the vintage.

Food Pairing Recommendations

A versatile companion for sophisticated gastronomy: Pan-roasted duck with sautéed pak choi, grilled sole with nut butter or creamy cheese varieties. The maturity and complexity allow pairings with more robust dishes that one would not typically entrust to a young sparkling wine.

Special Characteristics

Smallest production, greatest wine from the Gramona house. The Enoteca is produced in parallel as both Brut and Brut Nature, to demonstrate the full ageing potential of the autochthonous grape varieties. A Cava that can compete with the world’s finest Champagnes – at a fraction of the price.