Dominio de la Vega Nº1 Macabeo Brut 2024

Dominio de la Vega Nº1 Macabeo Brut is an exceptional organic cava that represents the avant-garde of sparkling wines from the Utiel-Requena region in Valencia.

Made entirely from the Macabeo variety (100%), this cava is the first certified organic sparkling wine from the prestigious Dominio de la Vega winery, a pioneer in the production of high-quality cavas in the region. The grapes come from selected vineyards located at an average altitude of 700 meters above sea level, in the southern area of the Vega del Río Magro. This unique terroir, characterized by clay-limestone soils and a continental climate with a marked Mediterranean influence, provides extraordinary freshness and natural acidity to the grape.

The harvest is carried out manually and strictly at dawn to preserve aromatic integrity and avoid oxidation of the fruit. In the winery, the traditional method (champenoise) is applied with painstaking care: after a gentle pneumatic pressing, only the free-run juice is used (with a yield of 40%). The first fermentation takes place at a low temperature (16ºC), followed by aging on lees for at least 12 months in the darkness of the winery's underground cellars.

The result is an organic, silky, elegant cava de guarda with highly integrated bubbles that reflect absolute respect for the environment and the technical mastery of a family winery committed to sustainability. This sparkling wine stands out for its gastronomic versatility and its honest profile, free of artifice, becoming an indispensable liquid jewel for lovers of sparkling wines with personality, structure, and a strong bond with their geographical origin.

In addition, its bottle design, conceived under ecodesign criteria by the renowned designer Inma Bermúdez, reduces the use of unnecessary materials, eliminating plastics and optimizing the weight of the glass, which highlights the winery's holistic commitment to the planet. Dominio de la Vega Nº1 is, without a doubt, the maximum expression of high-altitude Macabeo.

Tasting Note of Dominio de la Vega Nº1 Macabeo Brut:

Visual Phase: Pale straw yellow color with subtle greenish reflections. It presents very fine, elegant, and continuously released bubbles, forming a persistent and delicate crown on the surface.

Olfactory Phase: Nose of great frankness and harmony. Fresh aromas of ripe white fruit (green apple, water pear) and citrus notes of grapefruit stand out in the foreground. After a few seconds of aeration, subtle hints of dried fruits, fine bakery, brioche, and a saline mineral background derived from its aging on lees emerge.

Gustatory Phase: Extremely fresh entry into the mouth and of excellent constitution. The carbon dioxide is perfectly integrated, providing a silky texture and pleasant creaminess. The palate is balanced, with a lively acidity that enhances its freshness, culminating in a long, slightly oily finish with an elegant bitterness characteristic of the Macabeo variety.

Technical Specifications: Variety: 100% Macabeo. Alcohol Content: 12% Vol. Residual Sugar: Brut. Aging: 12 months on lees.

Value Points

High-Altitude Terroir: Organic vineyards located at an altitude of 700 meters in the Vega del Río Magro, with clay-limestone soils that provide freshness and minerality.

Artisanal Production: Manual harvest at dawn, rigorous selection of grapes, and exclusive use of free-run juice (40% yield) to guarantee maximum purity. •

Aging in Rima: Aging for a minimum of 12 months on its lees in underground cellars at a constant temperature, achieving a fine and creamy bubble.

Sustainable Commitment: Comprehensive organic certification and eco-designed bottle by Inma Bermúdez, minimizing environmental impact.

Service Protocol

Recommended service temperature between 6ºC and 8ºC.

It is recommended to use a tulip-type glass to favor the concentration of aromas and appreciate the fineness of the bubbles without losing freshness.

It is an ideal companion for all Mediterranean gastronomy, including seafood rice dishes, grilled white fish, fresh seafood, sushi, pasta with mild sauces, warm salads, and soft or semi-cured cheeses.