Cava

Juve y Camps Vintage Reserva 2004

Its been a bit quiet on the site of late, its a busy time of year.  But I have a new load of wine to look at which includes a trio of newly arrived cavas that I looked at over the weekend.  Given the 30 degree days we've had here in Melbourne, they were just thing to keep cool and calm.  This wine kicked things off on Saturday, with two big hitters on Sunday.

The Vintage Reserva is always one of my favourites and the 2004 really hits the spot.  Its a blend of 45% Macabeo, 35% Parellada and 20 % Xarel.lo. and sees 24 months on lees giving it a bit of extra complexity and ommpf.

A radiant pale gold in colour with good bead and an enticing nose of apple and lemon, toasty, yeasty bread and with a touch of melon.  Its not as razor sharp as many cavas, a bit broader and complex in the mouth. For the most part the palate mirrors the nose, it shows some oxidative notes that adds complexity and creamy, lemon sherbet on the finish.  Very enjoyable and well worth the asking price. 90 Pts.

Source: The Spanish Acquisition Cost: $39 Closure: Conventional Cork

Web: www.juveycamps.com 

Other Vintages: 2003