{"title":"Palau","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"cava-palau-gazo-traditional-method-brut","title":"Cava Palau Gazo Traditional Method Brut","description":"\u003cb\u003eCava Palau Gazo Brut\u003c\/b\u003e is a high-quality sparkling wine, also known by its \u003cb\u003eCava DO\u003c\/b\u003e designation. It is the flagship of the \u003cb\u003ePalau Winery\u003c\/b\u003e range of wines, which are rapidly gaining an ever-increasing reputation in the international and Spanish wine scene. The intense, fragrant character and interesting fruity notes of this wine are due primarily to the mineral-rich clay soil and the Catalonian sun, which contribute to the growth of full-bodied, curly grapes. It is this sweet, mellow flavor that captivates the palate and makes it the perfect wine to accompany any event, from the most sophisticated to the most special, without neglecting elegance. \u003cb\u003eCava Palau Gazo Brut\u003c\/b\u003e is produced in the southwest of Barcelona, in \u003cb\u003ePenedes\u003c\/b\u003e, by Manuel Sancio and his daughters, who have managed to increase the value of the family business over time thanks to a constant eye on the future and the creation of quality products. The Cava is created by crossing 10% \u003cb\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e, 30% \u003cb\u003eMacabeo\u003c\/b\u003e, 20% \u003cb\u003eParellada\u003c\/b\u003e, and 40% \u003cb\u003eXarel-loal\u003c\/b\u003e grape varieties. To produce this wine, particular attention is paid to the agricultural process from growth to \u003cb\u003eharvest\u003c\/b\u003e, where the grapes are harvested mechanically. Once \u003cb\u003edestemmed\u003c\/b\u003e have been carried out, the grapes are pressed and cooled. After the must has been selected, it is clarified by gravity and finally fermented in bottles, as per tradition, inside the caves adjacent to the company that give the wine its name.","brand":"Palau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44503291920555,"sku":"2277","price":10.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/cava-palau-gazo-brut_2277_1.jpg?v=1773667436"},{"product_id":"cava-palau-gazo-traditional-method-rosado-brut","title":"Cava Palau Gazo Traditional Method Rosado Brut","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCava Palau Gazo Traditional Method Rosado Brut is an organic sparkling rosé wine made from Trepat grapes. 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The area is characterised by a \u003cstrong\u003eMediterranean climate\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elimestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, key factors in ensuring aromatic clarity and lively flavour. In this particular winegrowing context, the Trepat grape ripens to express an excellent \u003cstrong\u003ebalance between fruit and acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e. The choice to vinify this variety as a rosé highlights the natural freshness of the region, offering a direct, smooth sip with a pronounced fruity character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter harvesting, the destemmed grapes are cooled and undergo a \u003cstrong\u003etwelve-hour maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e to extract colour and aromas precisely. This is followed by gentle pressing, selection of the must and a first fermentation at controlled temperature. Once clarification and stabilisation are complete, the base wine is ready for the prise de mousse according to the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle, followed by \u003cstrong\u003eageing on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e for nine to twelve months in the cellar. This delicate stage enriches the structure and gives the sparkling wine its characteristic and refreshing effervescence.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCava Palau Rosado\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies the excellence of Penedès, in Catalonia, a region characterised by its Mediterranean climate and particularly suitable limestone soils. The Sancho family, from the Mont Marcal winery, skilfully combines cutting-edge technology with the rigorous \u003cstrong\u003etraditional method\u003c\/strong\u003e, ageing this fine organic sparkling wine in the bottle for 9-12 months. The careful twelve-hour maceration and slow fermentation at controlled temperature preserve the intense \u003cstrong\u003efruity freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e of the grapes. The result is a harmonious and vibrant glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Palau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44503292018859,"sku":"2278","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/cava-palau-gazo-traditional-method-rosado-brut_2278_1_9a3ac934-6667-430a-9e68-2d28f4986458.webp?v=1773659267"}],"url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/collections\/palau.oembed","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}