Cuvee D.S. Gran Reserva
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Typically best enjoyed 3 to 10 years from the vintage release, though exceptional vintages can develop further complexity over 12+ years when cellared properly.
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Salty cured meats like Jamón Ibérico, rich seafood dishes such as grilled lobster or seafood paella, and roasted poultry or creamy mushroom risotto.
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Crafted as a tribute to Dolores Sala Vivé, the co-founder of Freixenet and a pioneering figure in the Spanish sparkling wine revolution, Cuvée D.S. Gran Reserva is a vintage Cava produced only in exceptional years. This sophisticated sparkling white wine is made from the classic Catalan trio of Macabeo, Xarel·lo, and Parellada grown in the chalky-clay soils of the Penedès region. Utilizing the traditional method, it undergoes an extensive aging period on its lees for at least 36 to 48 months in the subterranean cellars of Sant Sadurní d'Anoia. This prolonged autolysis imparts a deep golden hue, fine persistent bubbles, and a complex aromatic profile of ripe stone fruits, toasted brioche, nuts, and subtle honeyed notes, while retaining a vibrant, crisp acidity that speaks to its Mediterranean heritage.
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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.