Perles Blanques Cuvée Antonia

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Naveran is a historic grower-producer in Alt Penedès, near Barcelona, crafting estate-grown, certified-organic Cava from vineyards centered around Torrelavit. Founded in 1901, the winery is known for traditional-method sparkling wines that combine freshness, fine bubbles, extended lees aging and a clear expression of the region's Mediterranean climate and limestone-rich soils. Following the acquisition of the winery and brand by the Roqueta family through Roqueta Origen in November 2025, Naveran continues its commitment to organically farmed estate fruit and grower-style production. Founder Michel Gilliéron Parellada remains a partner and retains ownership of the historic Can Parellada vineyards, while Ramon Roqueta Segalés leads the winery's strategic direction and Marta Sanvicente oversees the technical and winemaking operations. This next chapter builds on more than a century of estate winemaking, combining historic vineyard holdings with renewed investment while preserving the elegance, authenticity and craftsmanship that define Naveran's grower Cavas. Perles Blanques is an estate-grown organic vintage Cava crafted for richness, finesse, and exceptionally fine bubbles. Fermented primarily in stainless steel with a small portion in French oak, then aged around twenty-four months on its lees, it develops creamy texture, structural depth, and an elegant Mediterranean profile reminiscent of top grower sparkling wines.

WHAT MAKES THIS WINE UNIQUE?

The wine is aged for 24 months on the lees. An organic bubbly that results from over a century of perfecting the craft of the traditional method of sparkling winemaking. Only 300 cases made. 10% of the blend is oak aged. This bubbly communicates the life and energy of the Mediterranean climate near the mountains of Barcelona.

RATING HISTORY:

2021 93WE 'Editors' Choice'; 2013 91WA; 2012 93WA

GRAPE:

80% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay. Organically grown vines planted from 1993 - 1999. Tended in clay and limestone soil at 400 m (1,312ft) elevation. This wine is certified organic and vegan.

PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:

Cavas are very versatile, not only as an apéritif before the meal or to accompany dessert afterwards, but to compliment the flavors with the meal, like any fine wine. The Perles Blanques Naveran will pair with “stinky” soft cheeses and especially richly flavored fish, white and red meats. This is also great for opulent, fatty and decadent desserts.

VINIFICATION AND AGING:

The Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes are harvested, crushed and fermented separately: 90% in stainless steel tanks and 10% in French oak barrels, at low temperature. There is coupage in November, tirage and second fermentation in the bottle (typical of the traditional method for sparkling winemaking) for a minimum period of 24 months. Then, disgorgement (deguelle) is followed by dosage.

LOCATION, SOIL, CLIMATE:

The vineyards are located within the DO Penedès (Zone 5) in northeastern Spain, a few miles south of Barcelona in the Alt Penedès subregion, at an elevation of 400 meters (1,312 ft.). The soils are composed of limestone and sandy topsoil with clay subsoil. The texture of the topsoil allows for good drainage while the subsoil has good water retention. The medium levels of pH in the soil and low percentage of organic matter result in moderate yields and balanced acidity in the grapes. Regarding the area's climate, the average temperature from April-October is 66.3F and the annual rainfall is 23.9 inches. The days are hot with moderate night temperatures for this high Mediterranean region. The Naveran Estate's higher elevation allows the grapes to retain more natural acidity, which results in wines that are zesty, fresh and have expressive aromas.

TASTING NOTES:

Pale gold. Aromas of yellow apple, orange zest, nectarine and buttered toast are lifted by chalky mineral and floral nuances. Sappy and broad on the palate, offering pear nectar and citrus fruit flavors that deepen slowly on the back half. Hints of honeysuckle and nougat emerge on a very long, smoky finish that shows good clarity and nervy bite. -- Josh Raynolds.

ALCOHOL CONTENT:

12.5%

UPC CODE:

810411010372

BOTTLE WEIGHT:

1.9 lbs (.9 kg)