“Unique to the Cava producing region of Penedès, Castellroig represents one of the few 100% family owned, estate run establishments. Father and son, Marcelino Sabaté and Marcel Sabaté I Coca, apply all their efforts and passion to maintain family tradition while incorporating technological advancements in the cellar. They represent four generations of organic grape growing with complete respect for the environment and varietals native to the land. Marcel Sabaté conducted an in-depth scientific study of the different soils of the land which allowed them to identify 18 different soils on their estate. These 18 soils make up the different strata of the 66 plots that are micro vinified separately to contribute their particular essence and uniqueness to the products. Grapes are carefully selected for each bottling and hand harvested from each of these terroirs. More than ten years ago, Marcel created the ‘Vins de Terrer’ guarantee and seal approved by DO Cava to differentiate his soil selection and micro vinification processes in Penedès. Sabaté I Coca are one of nine producers to have a vineyard site qualify for Cava de Paraje status, the Finca Terroja vineyard, when Spain’s ministry of agriculture announced in 2017 the first 12 sites to form part of this new classification. Similar to a grand cru concept, it was an important step forward to distinguish Spain’s highest quality traditional method.” -Importer
In the glass, the wine refreshes and stimulates with notes of raspberry and strawberry sprinkled with thyme and hints of anise. It’s a joy to drink simply by itself or with a loaded board of Jamon Serrano and Caña de Cabra.-Swigg
