Carta Nevada Semi Seco
⏳ Drinking Window
This non-vintage Cava is crafted for immediate enjoyment and is best consumed within 1 to 2 years of purchase to preserve its fresh fruit character and lively effervescence.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Fresh fruit tarts and light pastries, moderately spicy Asian dishes, and mild blue cheeses or creamy goat cheeses.
✨ Technical Specifications
Introduced in 1941, Freixenet's Carta Nevada Semi Seco is an iconic ambassador of Spanish Cava, instantly recognizable by its frosted white bottle. Crafted in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, the heart of Catalonia's sparkling wine heritage, this cuvée is a traditional blend of Macabeo, Xarel·lo, and Parellada grapes. Each variety contributes uniquely: Macabeo offers bright acidity and freshness, Xarel·lo provides structural backbone, and Parellada lends delicate floral aromas. Produced using the traditional method with a secondary fermentation in the bottle, this Semi Seco style is finished with a generous dosage that balances its lively acidity with a soft, off-dry sweetness. It represents a historic bridge in Cava's global popularity, celebrating the festive spirit of Mediterranean life.
🍾 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