# Chic Barcelona Brut (NV)

- **Producer:** Pere Ventura i Familia
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Macabeo, Xarel-lo, Parellada
- **Region:** Catalonia, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 11.5%
- **Average price:** €11
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 5–6 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** gooseberry, pear, lemon, biscuit, bread dough

## About this wine

Chic Barcelona Brut is a Cava produced by Pere Ventura i Familia, a winery with a winemaking heritage stretching back to 1898. Located in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, within the Penedès region of Spain, the winery was established in 1992 with a commitment to quality rooted in vineyard practices. The wine is a blend of Macabeo, Xarel-lo, and Parellada grapes, sourced from vineyards situated around 250 meters above sea level in Lower and Central Penedès. These vineyards feature limestone, clay, and sand soils, contributing to the wine's complexity. The producer emphasizes a modern, quality-conscious approach, aiming for environmentally friendly viticulture.

## Interesting facts

- Founded on a winemaking tradition dating back to 1898.
- Grapes sourced from vineyards at approximately 250 meters altitude.
- Vines used are a minimum of 45 years old.
- Won a gold medal for 'most affordable bubbly' in 2019.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and crisp acidity make it a versatile companion for a range of dishes. Its dryness cuts through the richness of fried foods and oily ingredients, while its subtle fruit notes complement lighter proteins and vegetables.

## Wine making process

Chic Barcelona Brut is produced using the traditional method, a technique involving a second fermentation in the bottle to create its effervescence. The grapes, Macabeo, Xarel-lo, and Parellada, are sourced from vineyards in the Penedès region. Following primary fermentation, the wine undergoes a minimum of 11 months of aging on its lees. This extended contact with the yeast sediment contributes to the wine's texture and complexity. The winery employs sustainable and environmentally friendly viticulture practices, with an aim towards organic farming, reflecting their commitment to the origin of the wine in the vineyard.