Banda Azul Cava Vintage Brut is a sparkling produced by Federico Paternina in Cava, Catalonia, Spain. Made from Parellada, Macabeo and Xarel-lo. 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: Parellada, Macabeo, Xarel-lo
Tasting profile
Structure: light-bodied, low tannin, high acidity, dry
The vintage Cava Brut sold under Paternina's Banda Azul name, a traditional-method blend of Macabeo, Xarel-lo and Parellada. Fresh and fruity, with pear, green apple and citrus, a light almond and toast note from lees ageing and a crisp finish.
Serving: Serve at 6–8 °C.
When to drink
Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage of Banda Azul Cava Vintage Brut. Sign up free to see when it is ready.
Where it comes from
Catalonia, Spain
Catalonia — a region in northeastern Spain centred on Barcelona, stretching from the Mediterranean coast into the mountainous interior.
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.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Banda Azul Cava Vintage Brut from?
Banda Azul Cava Vintage Brut is produced by Federico Paternina in Cava, Catalonia, Spain.
What grapes are in Banda Azul Cava Vintage Brut?
Banda Azul Cava Vintage Brut is a blend of Parellada, Macabeo and Xarel-lo.