Carta Nevada Brut
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Best enjoyed fresh, typically within 1 to 2 years of purchase to fully appreciate its vibrant effervescence and crisp fruit character.
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Classic Spanish tapas, light seafood appetizers, and mild creamy cheeses.
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Freixenet's Carta Nevada Brut is a cornerstone of Spanish sparkling wine history, first introduced in 1941 in its iconic frosted bottle. Hailing from the heart of the Cava D.O. in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, Catalonia, this sparkling wine is crafted using the traditional method (método tradicional). It relies on the classic trio of indigenous Catalan grapes: Macabeo, which provides sweetness and perfume; Xarel·lo, offering structure and acidity; and Parellada, imparting elegance and floral notes. The Ferrer family, who founded Freixenet, combined their deep agricultural roots with pioneering spirit, naming the brand after 'La Freixeneda,' their family estate. The Carta Nevada Brut represents a harmonious, approachable style of Cava, aged on its lees for up to 12 months to develop subtle yeasty complexity alongside its bright citrus and green apple fruit profile.
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Established in 1914 following the marriage of Pedro Ferrer Bosch and Dolores Sala Vivé, Freixenet traces its winemaking roots back to the 1861 founding of Casa Sala in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, Spain. Located in the heart of the Penedès region in Catalonia, the house pioneered the production of Spanish sparkling wine using the traditional method, utilizing classic indigenous grape varieties like Macabeo, Xarel·lo, and Parellada. Freixenet is globally renowned for its iconic expressions, most notably the black-bottled Cordon Negro launched in 1974, alongside the prestigious Casa Sala Gran Reserva and the elegant Elyssia range. Today, the winery remains a symbol of Catalan sparkling wine heritage, blending centuries-old craftsmanship with modern innovation to define the global standard for Cava.