August 17, 2010 3:17 pm
August is the month where any and all things are cause for celebration. Vacations are commencing (or ending), vows are said and glasses clinked for even the oddest of holidays, such as Elvis Presley Week. For those of us who love that Champagne feel but are not huge on the price tag, Cava is one of the next best, and delicious, choices.
Mont-Ferrant Rosé Brut Cava is a traditionally created Cava with a twist: its pink hue is a result of ideal weather conditions from May to October in the normally temperate Spain. Enjoyed well chilled, this Cava is affordable, has a distinctly silky texture and a pure bouquet. This bottle works perfectly for a late night get-together...even if said get-together happens to be you, the couch and a pile of awesome Blu-Rays.
Tip: Pair this intriguingly colored wine with Spanish small-plate tapas and a sweet film by Spanish director Isabel Coixet, The Secret Life of Words. This deep film works perfectly with the light, perky flavor of the Cava.
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— Written by Kaitlin A. Lipe
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August 11, 2010 10:01 am
As the summer rolls on into August, the decision for after work drinks is clear. La Caravelle, champagne from the Epernay region of Champagne, France, presents a cool and crisp sip post-office hours. Hand chosen by Rita and André Jammet owners of the champagne's namesake, La Caravelle restaurant, each pour has aromas of yuzu, white peaches and other stone fruits. The varieties are cuvée niña, rosé and blanc de blancs; all are perfect well chilled with a variety of fruits.
Tip: If you're truly in the mood for a bottle while out with friends or family, some of Behind the Burner's favorite restaurants carry La Caravelle, including Daniel, Le Cirque and my choice, Chez Josephine. If you want to buy your own bottle (or case!) head to Acker, Merrall and Condit, the oldest wine store in America, among many other retailers.
— Written by Kaitlin A. Lipe
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June 6, 2010 8:27 pm
Cavas have grown to be an inexpensive, but delightful way to entertain on a budget. Perfect for parties, dinner dates or just sipping alone celebrating a personal victory, cava tickle the tongue like Champagne, but at half the price.
The Segura Viudas Winery was established in 1954 on an amazingly old estate in Catalunya known as Can Espbert in the Penedès region of Spain. An old farm house, or masÍa, from the 11th century has been revamped into a contemporary, state-of-the-art facility and produces variations on the cava that mirror most sparkling wines. Our favorite? The Segura Viudas Brut Reserva. A combination of Macabeo, Parellada and Zarel-lo grapes, it is aged in the bottle for a minimum of three years. The notes are pleasant and floral, with a hint of creaminess of the palate. Tip: The Brut Reserva should never be consumed alone; sparkling wine this good should be shared with a companion!
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— Written by Kaitlin A. Lipe
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Tags : cava, sparkling wines, Spain, champagne, France, grapes, Segura Viudas, Brut Reserva, Macabeo, Parellada, Zarel-lo, grapes
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