The Origin as the Essence of Sparkling Wine
The world’s great sparkling wines share a secret: they are born from a unique place. Beyond the technique, what defines their character is the unrepeatable combination of soil, climate, and vineyard. In the case of cava, this connection to origin becomes a hallmark of identity, capable of transforming each bottle into a reflection of a landscape and a story.
Enjoying a sparkling wine means understanding the nature that makes it possible. The terroir speaks in the glass, and the more it is respected, the more authentic and profound the experience.
Cava de Paraje Calificado: the Pinnacle of Excellence
Within the Cava Denomination of Origin, there is a category reserved for the most exceptional productions: Cava de Paraje Calificado. These are wines that come from a very specific vineyard, recognized for its exceptional characteristics and for producing grapes of extraordinary quality.
The requirements are strict and guarantee this distinction:
– Vineyards with more than 10 years of age.
– Low yields: maximum 8,000 kg per hectare and 48 hl/ha in extraction.
– Hand-harvested and vinified on the estate.
– Minimum 36 months aging in the bottle.
– Full traceability from the vineyard to the bottle.
– Always produced as a vintage cava, with the year visible on the label.
Under these conditions, Cava de Paraje Calificado represents the purest expression of terroir within cava, at the level of the world’s most prestigious sparkling wines.
La Capella: Juvé & Camps’ Cava de Paraje Calificado
At Juvé & Camps, passion for origin has always been the guiding thread of our work. From this vision comes La Capella, our Cava de Paraje Calificado.
It comes from a unique vineyard in the heart of Espiells, where the age of the vines, the soil’s nature, and the privileged orientation combine to produce exceptional xarel·lo grapes. The 2011 vintage, unique and recognized for its quality, gives life to this long-aged Brut Nature.
After 150 months of bottle aging, La Capella offers an elegant and complex profile. Bright golden yellow in color, with tiny and persistent bubbles. On the nose, it reveals aromas of baked apple, stone fruit, coconut, and toasted nuts. On the palate, it surprises with vibrant acidity, silky texture, and a persistence that makes it unforgettable.
This cava is a faithful reflection of our terroir and the aging potential of xarel·lo in the Penedès.
Pairings that Enhance Its Grandeur
The versatility of La Capella makes it an ideal companion for fine dining dishes. Some of the highlights include:
– Iberian cured meats with mascarpone, melon, and figs.
– Scarlet prawn tartare with apple compote and ginger.
– Aged beef chop.
– Brownie with walnuts and peanuts.
Juvé & Camps La Capella is a sophisticated and unique experience that you must enjoy at least once in your life. Buy it from our official online store and have it delivered to your home.
