Codorníu Ars Collecta Blanc de Blancs Gran Reserva

The Ars Collecta Blanc de Blancs is a cava from the Codorníu winery, belonging to the Gran Reserva category and presented in the Brut variety. This denomination indicates that it is a dry cava, with low residual sugar content. As for its production, the Ars Collecta Blanc de Blancs is produced following the traditional method of cava production, known as the Champenoise method. This process involves a second fermentation in the bottle, where the base wine is mixed with yeast and sugar to generate the natural bubbles. Then, the cava goes through a period of aging in the winery's cellars, which in the case of a Gran Reserva like this one, is usually at least 30 months. In terms of characteristics, the Ars Collecta Blanc de Blancs typically exhibits a pale yellow color with golden highlights. On the nose, aromas of white fruits such as pear, apple, and peach stand out. As well as notes of toasted bread and yeast, resulting from the aging time on lees. On the palate, it is an elegant and balanced cava, with a fine and persistent bubble, a refreshing acidity, and a creamy and persistent finish. As for pairing, the Ars Collecta Blanc de Blancs is versatile and can accompany a wide variety of dishes. It goes very well with seafood, white fish, sushi, oysters, as well as with appetizers and snacks. It is also an excellent option for toasting in special celebrations or to accompany desserts such as fruit tarts or creams. In summary, it is a high-quality Gran Reserva cava, with an elegance and complexity that make it ideal to enjoy on various occasions and pair with a variety of dishes thanks to its versatility and refined profile.