Bodegas Ondarre Cava Brut Nature NV

Winemaking

Bodegas Ondarre is a respected producer in the Penedès region, bringing a careful, traditional approach to Cava production. The house prioritizes quality fruit and extended aging on the lees, which builds complexity and refinement without excess dosage—a philosophy that shows clearly in their Brut Nature expression.

Tasting Notes

This Brut Nature Cava opens with delicate aromas of green apple and citrus, with a whisper of brioche from its time aging on the lees. On the palate, it's crisp and mineral-driven, with flavors of lemon zest and white peach that feel vibrant and clean. The fine, persistent bubbles carry you through to a dry, elegant finish marked by a subtle salinity that keeps you reaching for another sip.

Producer

Ondarre is a well-established family estate in the Penedès region, known for consistent quality across their Cava range. The winery combines traditional méthode champenoise techniques with careful fruit sourcing, maintaining a focus on dry, food-friendly styles that let the base wines shine.

Terroir

Penedès, located south of Barcelona in Catalonia, offers a Mediterranean climate moderated by sea breezes and elevation. The region's diverse soils—limestone, clay, and granite depending on location—provide the mineral character and freshness that define quality Cava. This particular wine draws from vineyards where Macabeo, Parellada, and Xarel-lo thrive, each contributing brightness and complexity to the blend.

Food Pairings

Serve this alongside shellfish—oysters, grilled shrimp, or seared scallops all shine here. It's equally at home with a casual spread of cured ham, aged cheese, and marcona almonds, or paired with something more refined like pan-seared halibut with brown butter and capers. The wine's minerality and acidity make it a natural aperitif on its own as well.