# Happy Dog Cava

- **Producer:** Happy Dog Wine
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Macabeo, Chardonnay
- **Region:** Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 11.5%
- **Average price:** €9
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** grapefruit, yellow plum, green apple, pear, almond blossom, nougat, biscuit

## About this wine

Happy Dog Cava is a dry, sparkling white wine produced by Happy Dog Wine. The brand's unique selling proposition is its social mission; a portion of the proceeds from each bottle sold is donated to Hundhjälpen (Dog Aid), a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs. This initiative was inspired by the founders' desire to combine wine enjoyment with a positive impact on animal welfare. The wine is crafted from organically grown grapes, featuring a blend of Macabeo and Chardonnay, and is made using the traditional method, a process common for Cava production.

## Interesting facts

- Every bottle helps fund dog rescue and rehoming.
- Made using the traditional method, like Champagne.
- Features a blend of Macabeo and Chardonnay.
- A portion of proceeds goes to Hundhjälpen (Dog Aid).

## Food pairing

The wine's good acidity and dry profile make it an excellent palate cleanser, cutting through the richness of seafood and creamy appetizers. Its fruity notes can complement the sweetness of seafood and fruits, while its subtle biscuit notes can echo the textures of blinis or tart crusts.

## Wine making process

Happy Dog Cava is produced using the traditional method, which involves a secondary fermentation in the bottle to create its effervescence. The grapes used are organically grown. Following the initial fermentation, the wine undergoes a minimum of nine months of aging on its lees before being disgorged. This process is standard for Cava and contributes to the wine's characteristic texture and flavor profile.