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Wine Description for Mirgin Reserva Brut Nature 2022 1500ml Magnum by Alta Alella
- Character
- Alta Alella’s Mirgin Reserva Brut Nature embodies the purist philosophy of Cava craftsmanship. As a single-varietal Xarel·lo without dosage, this sparkling wine presents itself in its most authentic form – bone-dry, mineral-driven and uncompromisingly honest. The magnum bottle underscores this ambition: in this format, the perlage develops more finely, the maturation progresses more harmoniously. A Cava that deliberately forgoes sweetness and instead focuses on structure, freshness and terroir character.
- Terroir & Origin
- Alta Alella cultivates vineyards in the coastal mountains north of Barcelona, where Mediterranean sea breezes meet granite-rich soils. The Alella region, one of Catalonia’s smallest D.O.s, benefits from proximity to the Mediterranean and cooling winds that ensure freshness and elegance even in warm vintages. The estate works biodynamically and is among the pioneers of sustainable viticulture in the region. The Xarel·lo vines root deeply in the sparse, mineral-rich subsoil – ideal conditions for a sparkling wine with tension and salinity.
- Grape Variety & Vinification
- Xarel·lo is the backbone of great Cavas, an autochthonous variety with pronounced acidity structure and remarkably long ageing potential. Unlike the often softer Macabeo-dominated cuvées, single-varietal Xarel·lo brings herbal spice, citrus freshness and stony minerality. The Brut Nature style – without added dosage – demands perfectly ripe fruit and artisanal precision. The 2022 vintage, still young, promises to develop further complexity over time, whilst the magnum bottle favours this development and refines the perlage.
- Food Pairing Suggestions
- The bone-dry, mineral character of this Cava calls for seafood: oysters, scallops or ceviche are classic partners. It also harmonises beautifully with grilled octopus, Manchego or Jamón Ibérico. The salty freshness makes it an ideal aperitif, whilst the structure can also accompany pan-fried fish or risotto ai frutti di mare. A sparkling wine for the table, not merely for toasting.
