Segura Viudas Rose
Description: | Segura Viudas Brut Rosé is a lively example of the endless possibilities for vibrant, well-made cavas from the Segura Viudas house. Established on the site of a medieval farmhouse, these wines are marked by pristine modern winemaking in contrast to the propertys 11th Century surroundings. The estate, known for its stately, ancient architecture from Visigothic, Roman and Gothic periods, is one of the most highly regarded cava facilities in Spain. Made using the traditional méthode champenoise process, Segura Viudas Brut Rosé features a unique blend of traditional Spanish grapes grown on the 445-acre estate in Torrelavit, Alt Penedès, the heart of Spains renowned cava country. Delicate and crisp, Segura Viudas Brut Rosé is fresh and fruity with red fruit aromas of raspberry, currant and grenadine. A lingering cherry note on the finish is crowned by a light touch of sweetness. An ideal apéritif with elegant starters like silky pâté, duck potstickers, or glazed prawns. Region Description. Cava began when Don Jose Raventos, traveling across Europe from Spain selling red and white wine stumbled upon a sparkling wine in the region of champagne. So fascinated by this drink, he returned to Spain and ready to attempt his own sparkler. Later importing Champagne equipment he produced the first Methode Champenoise sparkler in 1872. Using secondary fermentation like the French, Raventos had created Cava. After discussion with other winemakers in the region, it was agreed that Penedes was to become the Champagne of Spain, and the rest is history. In the present, Cava can be found brut nature to Sweet, or in rare cases a Cava rose. Note than any sparkling wine made by tank or bulk method is not a Cava. |
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Price: | $ 13.99 |
Price in original currency: | None |
Available from Haskell's
Address: |
81 South 9th Street Minneapolis, MN 55402 United States |
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Telephone (toll-free): | 800-486-2434 |
Telephone (regular): | 612-342-2437 |
Fax: | 612-342-2440 |
First added to 1000 Corks on April 15, 2022.