Carta Nevada Brut Reserva
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Traditional Spanish tapas, grilled seafood platters, and soft mild cheeses.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the heart of Spain's Penedès region in Catalonia, Freixenet's Carta Nevada is an iconic ambassador of Cava heritage. First introduced in 1941 in its signature frosted white bottle, this sparkling wine is crafted using the traditional method, where the secondary fermentation takes place entirely in the bottle. It is built upon the classic Catalan trinity of indigenous grapes: Macabeo, which brings floral aromas and acidity; Xarel·lo, providing structure and body; and Parellada, lending elegance and freshness. Aged on its lees to develop a delicate complexity, Carta Nevada Brut Reserva embodies the vibrant, festive spirit of San Sadurní d'Anoia, offering a balanced profile of bright citrus, green apple, and subtle toasted brioche notes.
🍾 About the Producer
With roots reaching back to 1861 and officially established under its famous moniker in 1914, Freixenet was forged by the union of Pedro Ferrer Bosch and Dolores Sala Vivé in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, the historic heart of Catalonia's sparkling wine region. Guided by Dolores's pioneering spirit in modern cellar management and traditional-method production, the house quickly evolved from a local family bodega into a benchmark global sparkling wine giant. Emphasizing regional terroir, Freixenet masterfully champions indigenous Catalan grape varieties—Macabeo, Xarel·lo, and Parellada—across its portfolio. The estate is globally celebrated for its crisp, balanced, and approachable sparklers, anchored by iconic cuvées such as the frosted-bottle Cordón Negro, the versatile Carta Nevada, and the prestige, traditionally crafted Casa Sala Gran Reserva.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Macabeo, Xarel-lo, Parellada, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir