Laietà Rose Gran Reserva Brut Nature 2021

Wine Description for Laietà Rose Gran Reserva Brut Nature 2021 from Alta Alella

Colour & Appearance

Delicate salmon pink with copper reflexes, fine and persistent perlage. In the glass, an elegant, vibrant mousse reveals itself, testament to the extended bottle fermentation.

Nose

Expressive and complex: redcurrants, wild strawberries and raspberries meet fine brioche notes and a hint of white pepper. With increasing aeration, nuances of herbs, mandarin and mineral undertones develop – typical of the Mourvèdre grape.

Palate

Precise, almost surgically clear in its structure. The Brut Nature dosage allows the pure fruit to speak: pomegranate, blood orange and red cherry are carried by taut acidity. The texture is creamy-silky, despite the lively carbonation. Remarkable is the depth and concentration this Gran Reserva brings – far removed from superficial rosé charm.

Finish

Long, dry and refreshing with a fine saline touch. The Mourvèdre shows its spicy side here: thyme, rosemary and a hint of graphite linger on.

Terroir & Origin

The vineyards of Alta Alella lie in immediate proximity to the Mediterranean, whose influence is reflected in the saline minerality. The cool sea breezes and Mediterranean microclimate create ideal conditions for aromatic complexity whilst maintaining freshness.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Mourvèdre – a bold decision for a Cava rosé. Hand-harvested in small crates, traditional bottle fermentation followed by extended yeast ageing. The bottles are manually riddled and bottled without any dosage – only the natural residual sweetness of the grape material remains.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Grilled prawns, tuna tataki, vitello tonnato, goat’s cheese with fig mustard or pink roasted lamb rack with herb crust. Also excellent with sushi and ceviche.

Special Features

An uncompromising Cava from a pioneer of organic viticulture in the region. The Brut Nature philosophy and the use of Mourvèdre make this rosé a rarity with serious ambition – far more than an aperitif sparkling wine.