The tradition of drinking cava in Catalonia has meant that we have some benchmark brands with a family lineage dedicated to business, and a sector that can boast of being km 0.
Cava was born, among other reasons, from the transformation of the penedesenc vineyard after the phylloxera invasion, around 1872. The change of varieties, with the introduction of white and quality vines to replace red varieties, made it possible to renew the wine industry.
The classic trilogy of varieties to make Cava is formed by the Macabeo, Xarel.lo and Parellada. Other foreign varieties have also been added, such as Chardonnay, Subirat or Malvasia riojana and the red varieties Garnacha, Monastrell, Pinot noir and Trepat, the latter two only authorized to produce rosé cavas.
Each of these varieties provides the wine with special characteristics that enhance and complement the properties of the others, and give rise to the practice of "busy".
Depending on the amount of sugar in the cava, it calls: Brut Nature: no added sugar; Extra Brut: up to 6 grams of sugar per liter; Gross: up to 15 grams; Extra dry: between 12 and 20 grams; Dry: between 17 and 35 grams; Semi-dry: between 33 and 50 grams; Sweet: more than 50 grams.
Most of the cava production is made in Alt Penedès, although it is also done in Baix Penedès, Alt Camp, Alt Empordà, Anoia, Bages, Baix Llobregat, Conca de Barberà, Garraf, Maresme, La Selva and Tarragonès.
Experiences
The Seven Balconies of Montserrat
Turisme Baix LlobregatThe Seven Balconies of Montserrat are seven natural and panoramic viewpoints of the magical mountain that contemplate it from Abrera, Castellví de Rosanes, Collbató, Esparreguera, Martorell, Olesa de Montserrat and Sant Esteve…
Hotel Serral Experience
Cava RovellatsEnjoy a unique experience combining the luxury and comfort of the Hotel Boutique el Serral with an exclusive visit to Cava Rovellats. A package designed for you to unwind, discover the essence of the Penedès region, and savor cava in…
Visit among vineyards with wine and cava tasting - Celler Art Laietà
Celler Art Laietà (Alta Alella)Discover the wine region of Alella with a guided tour through the vineyards, winery and cava of ART LAIETÀ by Alta Alella, a family-run organic winery located in the heart of the Serralada de Marina Natural Park, just 20 minutes from…
Yoga Session among Vineyards - Art Laietà Winery
Celler Art Laietà (Alta Alella)Connect with your body and mind with a yoga session in a privileged setting: surrounded by vineyards, with sea views and in the heart of the Serralada de Marina Natural Park. An outdoor practice to move, breathe, and enjoy a stunning environment.…
Visit and dinner with seasonal wine pairing - Art Laietà Winery
Celler Art Laietà (Alta Alella)Enjoy an exclusive evening at Art Laietà in Alta Alella, a family-run and organic winery near Barcelona, located in the heart of the Serralada de Marina Natural Park, just 20 minutes from the city. The experience begins with a guided…
Events
Most Festival
From 2 to 12 November 2023 …Most Festival is an international event that brings together the best audiovisual production related to the culture of vineyards, wine and cava. Likewise, the festival toasts good cinema with the screening of films by great directors that have…
Christmas Fair and Cava Exhibition in Ascó
From 29 to 30 November 2025The Christmas Fair and Cava Showcase are back in Ascó! The Ascó Christmas Fair is a highly anticipated event that transforms the town's old quarter into a vibrant and colorful market. Visitors can enjoy a wide selection of crafts,…
Open doors at the Cava Centre, Sant Sadurní d'Anoia
1 November …Would you like to discover the world of Cava in a different way, engaging all five senses? At the Cava Centre, an immersive experience awaits you, combining images, sound, and interaction to let you experience Cava from the inside out, in a…
La Primavera del Cava (The Cava Spring) 2026
9 May …The Cava Spring is a festival that takes place in emblematic wineries in Alt Penedès and Conca de Barberà! On weekends in May, we propose 16 activities with Cava and gastronomy as the main focus. A group of wineries offer unique…
DVins, Local Wine and Cava Showcase in Agramunt
30 MayDVins, the Local Wine and Cava Showcase, was founded in 2013 in Agramunt with the aim of bringing tastings of wines from the Costers del Segre Designation of Origin closer to the public. This initiative was designed to promote wine culture…
MARIDA'm: The secrets of two liquid golds of Catalonia, Sant Sadurní
17 OctoberThe Sant Sadurní d'Anoia City Council and Caram Caram present a new edition of MARIDA'm, the cycle of enogastronomic pairings that highlights the cavas and sparkling wines of the territory, combined with seasonal products made by local…
Most, International Wine Film Festival in Penedès and Priorat
From 5 to 15 November …The Most Festival is an internationally renowned event that brings together the best audiovisual productions related to the culture of vineyards, wine and cava. At the same time, the festival celebrates its good cinema with the screening of…
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European Heritage Days in Collbató
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