Introducing RAMON CANALS’ sustainable and vegan cava, named MARTA. This sparkling wine is crafted using native grape varieties from the Penedés region, specifically Xarel.lo, Macabeo, and Parellada, all sourced from 100% certified organic vineyards. After maturing for over 24 months in our cellars, MARTA Joia achieves a refined elegance and complexity. VINEYARD INFORMATION: Located in EL PENEDÉS. Fully CERTIFIED as ECOLOGICAL. Appellation: DO Cava. Sub-regions include Upper Penedés (Parellada) and central Penedés (Xarel.lo and Macabeo). The climate is characterized as temperate Mediterranean, with clay-loam soils that ensure optimal drainage and moisture retention. The vineyards are planted at varying altitudes: 130m for Xarel.lo, 280m for Macabeo, and 315m for Parellada. Average annual rainfall is about 465 liters per square meter. WINEMAKING PROCESS: Harvest: Grapes are handpicked, starting with Macabeo in early September, followed by Xarel.lo in mid-September, and concluding with Parellada at the end of the month. Grape Processing: The juice is extracted using a pneumatic press, focusing exclusively on the flower must. Each variety undergoes fermentation separately in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures. SECONDARY FERMENTATION: Base Wine Composition: Xarel.lo, Macabeo, and Parellada. Bottling occurs in the first week of January, with fermentation temperatures ranging from 15 to 18 ºC. The aging process lasts for over 24 months in bottles. TASTING NOTES AND PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: MARTA presents a pale yellow hue adorned with fine, persistently rising bubbles. The nose reveals fresh white fruit and citrus aromas, enhanced by subtle aging notes that contribute to its complexity and sophistication. The palate offers a well-balanced, flavorful experience with a creamy and pleasant finish, showcasing perfectly integrated carbonation. This cava pairs beautifully with appetizers, seafood, rice, pasta, and shellfish, making it suitable for any occasion. It's best served in a tall, slender flute glass at a cool temperature of 6 to 8 ºC.
