Josep Foraster - Cava Macabeu Brut Nature Reserva NV (11.5% ABV)

The family Foraster has been growing grapes in Conca de Barbera for over 150 years. In 1998 Julieta and her son Ricard embarked on their dream of taking over the family winery and started making wines focusing on local varieties. Mas Foraster produces wines from estate fruits only practicing organic farming and became certified in 2017. The vineyards are located in a valley surrounded by mountains ranges (Serra Miramar & Montanas de Prades) at an altitude of 400 m, to 600 m, 30 km from the sea; sharing its southern border with Priorat and Montsant. The high elevation of Conca de Barbera, combined with the cool sea breeze from the Mediterranean sea, allows the grape to retain acidity during ripening season producing fresher wine, with structure and elegance.

vines planted in 1985, soil is calcareous with clay

made exactly like true champagne that would cost you double!

small delicate bubbles, fresh and youthful, apple blossom, chamomile, ocean spray, lightly toasted almond, a lean and refreshing cava

region: Conca de Barbera, Spain

varietal: Macabeu

style: sparkling (traditional method)

farming/cellar: certified organic, hand picked, First fermentation with natural yeast in stainless steel; then second fermentation, with the same yeasts, in the bottle and aged for a minimum of 18 months and maximum of 30 months. Disgorged before shipping to retain freshness. Brut nature, zero dosage

pairing: NYE toast !