5070 – GREAT LIQUOR AROMES OF ABBEY OF MONTSERRAT of 70 Cl.
Characteristics: With a production originally dedicated to the consumption of the monks of the monastery of Montserrat and their pilgrims, this 31º distilled herbal liqueur achieved rapid popularity thanks, in part, to its digestive properties.
Preparation: The recipe for this golden-colored distillate includes, in addition to water, sugar and alcohol, twelve herbs that can be collected in the Montserrat massif, including thyme, juniper, lavender , cinnamon, cloves and coriander. The herbs are distilled in copper wires and alcohol and water are added and, after passing through a coil, sugar. It is marketed after an aging process. It is usually taken after meals for its digestive properties.
Graduation: 31% Vol.
Capacity: 70 Cl.
Tasting notes:
- Colour: yellow-amber with greenish reflections.
- Nose: It has a moderately strong intensity, fragrant, floral honey and vanilla.
- Mouth: Dry and fine.
Consumption temperature: Drink only very cold or with ice.
1903 – CAVA BRUT RESERVE OF ABBEY OF MONTSERRAT
Characteristics: Fruit, freshness and complexity are the three main virtues that define Albert Monells Cava Brut Reserve. The fruit and freshness come from the care with which we treat the grapes, as they are picked 100% by hand and transported in 25 kilo boxes to prevent the grain from breaking and the must from oxidation, with the consequent loss of freshness The complexity comes from a special preparation consisting of the autolysis of the yeasts with the base wine for 3 months before being bottled, and a second autolysis of the yeasts for a minimum of 15 months aging inside the bottle.
Elaboration: The grapes used to make Brut Reserve come from a wide variety of vineyards in the region. In this way, the peculiarity of each area can be used to achieve a complex and harmonious cava. Natural decantation of the must for 24 hours to achieve fruitier and more elegant wines. A minimum of 15 months of aging in the bottle, in conditions of complete darkness and rest, 20 meters below the ground, and at a constant and natural temperature between 14 and 16ºC.
Blend: Chardonnay (50%), Macabee (30%) and Xarel·lo (20%)
Graduation: 12% by Alc. Contains Sulphites.
Bottle type and capacity: Standard 75 Cl.
Tasting notes:
- View: The letter of presentation is its elegant and persistent bubble with golden reflections.
- Nose: Aroma of white, tropical and citrus fruits, and moderate floral notes.
- Palate: Its palate is exquisite, complex and tasty, with good acidity and a taste of lime and pineapple. Dry mouth feel and good persistence on the palate
Pairing: Cava ideal to start a meal, faithful friend of preserves (clams, cockles, anchovies) also ideal with pastas such as seafood noodles, drizzled with arbequina extra virgin olive oil, as well as with salads seasoned quail Surprising with soft sheep’s cheeses such as cakes (Casar, Serena, Pirineu, etc.) thanks to its fair dosage of 9 grams of sugar.
Service: We recommend serving it between 4 and 6ºC
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