Wine Region
Penedès
Penedès is Cava's heartland — traditional-method sparkling from Macabeo, Xarel·lo, and Parellada on rolling hills between Barcelona and the Mediterranean.
Also known as: Penedès (Spain)
Geographic context
- Climate: Mediterranean
- Soils: limestone, clay, sand
- Elevation: 200–800m
Parent region
Typical grape varieties
- macabeo
- xarel lo
- parellada
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Noir
Typical wine styles
Typical descriptors
Food pairings
- Tapas and fried calamari
FAQ
- Is Cava made like Champagne?
- Yes — traditional bottle fermentation, though grape varieties and climate differ.