
Cost: $17.95 (Clearance Price: $14.40)
Grape: Macabeo and Chardonnay
Category: Sparkling Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: Spain
Region: Cava
Format: 750 ml
Producer: Bodegas Faustino
Alcohol: 11.5% Alcohol/Vol.
Beautifully made Cava with substance & elegance. Score: 92/100.
Tasting Note: Bright gold in colour with good acidity, fine mouse, medium intense nose & a good length on the finish. This wine features: Light brioche, lemon, dried apricot, MacIntosh apples, pear, peach & honeycomb.
Negatives: None
Interesting Note: Minimum 18 months ageing sur latte.
Pairings: Drink this now or in 3 – 5 years on its own or pair it with poached eggs on a bed of grape tomatoes.
My Opinion: Highly Recommended
Best Buy & Amazing Buy at the clearance price
Tasted: November 5, 2023
LCBO: 29948