Bodegas Sumarroca, Nuria Claverol, Finca Moli Coloma, Gran Reserva Rosé, DO Cava, Spain, 2017

Producer Profile

It’s unusual to boast an estate of this scale in Penedès, where many Cava producers buy in much of their fruit or base wine, yet it was always Carlos Sumarroca and his wife Nuria’s vision to control every aspect of their production, and whilst doing so, to nurture the biodiversity across their three impressive estates, in the heart of Cava country. Across their 465 hectares, 190 hectares are planted with vines, all organically cultivated and focusing on the use of indigenous varieties. Every aspect of production is controlled, with a focus on biodiversity, preserving the environment and utmostrespect for the land. The winery itself is build into the hillside so that all movement of the wine is by gravity; with only free run juice being used for the production of their high quality Brut, Reserva and Gran Reserva Cavas.

Viticulture

The site is located next to the Anoia River, in the municipality of Subirats. It is a calcareous soil containing a large amount of river pebbles and clay. It is located at the foot of the coastal range, a fact which protects it from the humid sea breeze. The vineyard is open to the influence of dry winds from central Spain

Winemaking

Maceration is done at low temperatures to draw the most from the variety’s colour and personality. Static filtration for 24 hours and fermentation in stainless steel vats at 16ºC. Aged in stacks for around 20 months. 

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Tasting Note

Aromas of red fruits, bringing out touches of ripe cherry, strawberry and ripe plum. It is fresh with fine, elegant bubbles.

Food Matching

This is the perfect cava for an aperitif. Its rosé structure means it can accompany all kinds of dishes: stews, fried food, pasta, smoked foods.