Pago de Tharsys Cava Brut Nature

Dominio de Tharsys Brut Nature is a bone-dry cava (just (0.8g/l residual sugar) from Pago de Tharsys, located 70 miles from Valencia. It is a blend of Macabeo, Parralleda and Xarello, made using the Methode Champenoise before being aged in bottle for 16 months prior to release. This is a light and fresh wine with notes of citrus, apple, pear and apricot that makes a great-value aperitif and a perfect accompaniment to tapas.

Pago de Tharsys is a 12-hectare estate based at Requena, some 70 miles inland from Valencia on Spain's eastern coast. The vineyards are located on the plateau above Requena, 650 metres above sea level and face south and are planted in poor sandy soil with excellent drainage. The continental climate means that summers are hot and dry and winters are cold with occasional rains. Perfect for the cultivation of the various grape varietals grown at the estate which include Macabeo, Chardonnay, Parralleda, Albarino and Xarelo.

A pale straw yellow in the glass with greenish tinges. The persistent mouse carries with it notes of apricot, apple and pear. On the palate, light and fresh with a cleansing acidity leading to a lingering finish. A wonderful food wine with a creamy butternut squash soup, shrimp fra diavolo (linguine, dried chilli flakes tomatoes and capers) or a chunk of creamy Brie cheese.