The 2008 Brut Gran Reserva Brut Nature spent 3-4 years on the lees. It sports lots of tiny bubbles, a frothy mousse, excellent volume, and a refreshing finish. Drink it over the next 1-2 years. Agusti Torello Mata has a reputation as one of Spain’s foremost Cava producers and my visit in January 2011 did nothing to disprove it. The stated goal is “to make Cava with soul” working with only the traditional grapes. All of the fruit utilized is at least 30 years of age. Approximately 20% of the production is exported to a total of 31 countries. Importer: Casa Ventura Imports, Bellingham, WA; tel. (360) 303 1760

Starts firm, with a delicate bead and flavors of roasted hazelnut and almond mixing with hints of lemon meringue and Gala apple. Well-meshed finish. Drink now.??–AN??Region: Spain / Cava Select to Add