Freixenet, Elyssia Gran Cuvée Brut, Cava, Penedès, Spain

90
Tasted by: Christelle Guibert
Drinking Window: 2015 - 2017
This is a mix of local grapes, Macabeo and Parellada blended with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The result is a graceful sparkling wine that delivers lemon and honeysuckle aromas, roasted almonds on a creamy, textured palate followed by a honeytoned finish. Very stylish, as is the packaging.
89
Tasted by: Rebecca Gibb MW
(at DO Cava HQ, Villafranca, 30 Jun 2017)
This Chardonnay, Macabeo, Parellada and Pinot Noir blend provides nutty, savoury and subtle autolytic notes. Quite assertive at first, but then becomes harmonious and round with modest concentration. Nice flush of acidity on the finish.
Producer
Freixenet
Brand
Elyssia Gran Cuvée Brut
Wine Type
Sparkling
Colour
White
Country
Spain
Region
Penedès
Appellation
Cava
Sweetness
Dry
Alcohol
12.00%
Body
Medium