The Identity of Cava

Matthew's World of Wine and Drink by Matthew Gaughan

Episode notes

Interview with three Cava producers on its identity and what makes the sparkling wine different from others: place, grape varieties, ageing, and its history. Cava has introduced labelling terms and regional designations which allow producers to talk about exactly where the wines come from than before. Interviewees: José Maria of Vins Familia Ferrer, Mereia Pujol-Busquets of Alta Alella, and Marta Casas of Parés Baltà.