Cava Brut is a sparkling produced by Contevedo in Cava, Catalonia, Spain. Made from Macabeo, Xarel-lo and Parellada. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Sparkling
Appellation: Cava
Region: Catalonia
Country: Spain
Grapes: Macabeo, Xarel-lo, Parellada
Tasting profile (AI-generated)
Structure: light-bodied, low tannin, high acidity, dry
A crisp, refreshing Cava built on the classic Catalan trio of Macabeo, Xarel-lo, and Parellada, delivering lively bubbles with green apple and lemon zest alongside a subtle nutty, bready note from its traditional method aging. It's brisk and clean on the palate, with the Xarel-lo lending a little earthy grip and the Parellada keeping things floral and lifted. An honest, easy-drinking sparkling wine that punches above its price point for aperitif occasions.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Catalonia, Spain
Catalonia — a region in northeastern Spain centred on Barcelona, stretching from the Mediterranean coast into the mountainous interior.
Macabeo
Macabeo is a white grape from Spain, prominent in both Rioja and Catalonia, where it is also called Viura and Macabeu.
Xarel-lo
Xarel-lo is a white grape from Catalonia in Spain, centred on the Penedès region, where it is also known as Pansa Blanca.
Parellada
Parellada is a white grape from Catalonia in north-eastern Spain, best known as one of the three classic partners — alongside Macabeo and Xarel·lo — in traditional-method Cava.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cava Brut from?
Cava Brut is produced by Contevedo in Cava, Catalonia, Spain.
What grapes are in Cava Brut?
Cava Brut is a blend of Macabeo, Xarel-lo and Parellada.