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Proprietor: Bodegas Naverán, founded in 1985 by Michel Gilleron
Parellada of Swiss origin, owning 1,110 acres of vineyards (1.61% of the
High Penedés sub-region) in the town of Torrelavit.
Winemaker / Vineyard Manager: Emili Esteve and Luis Esclassans.
Location: Zone 5, northeast of Spain (few miles south of Barcelona) in the
High Penedés sub-region, at an altitude of 827 ft. The High Penedés,
credited for growing French grape varieties for many centuries (earliest
reference--the 3rd century A.D. during Spanish Roman occupation). In
relation to other wine regions in Zone 5: Penedés is north of Priorat and
south of Costa Brava.
Wines made: Naverán Crianza Cabernet Sauvignon, Don Pablo, Manuela,
Cava Dama and Cava Brut Reserva (plus other wines not currently
imported by Ole Imports).
Climate: High Mediterranean (Zone 5) hot days and moderate
temperatures at night.“High” refers to the northern latitude and“Mediterranean” to the proximity to the sea. The Naverán vineyards, at an
altitude of 827 ft. have an average temperature of 66.3º F from April to
October and 14.9 inches of rainfall during the active growing season of the
vine. Naverán has cooler temperatures than Casteller, due to its higher
altitude (vs. Casteller at 577 ft.). As a result, wines made by Naverán have
good skin pigmentation, medium-high aromatics, balanced acidity and
polished tannins. Note: Naverán’s climate is warmer than Priorat,
Montsant, and cooler than Costa Brava, and Terra Alta.
Soil: The topsoil is composed of limestone and sand with a subsoil of clay.
The texture of the topsoil allows for good water drainage and subsoil —
good water retention. The medium levels of soil pH and low percentage of
organic substance results in balanced levels of acidity and moderate yields.
Even though Naverán has a cooler climate than Casteller, Naverán harvest
takes place before Casteller due to the vineyards steeper slopes.
What makes Naverán wines unique?
* Consistency in producing
superior quality sparkling wines.
* Entirely estate own vineyards allowing
for higher quality control.
* Old vines resulting in smaller yields,
increasing concentration and grape quality.
* 85% of the Cavas made by
Naverán are sold in France--the mother country of Champagne!
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13th Century shrine within the vineyards of
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White Grapes from Penedés :
Xarello : An early budding Catalan grape providing body and structure.
Parellada : Premium Catalan variety used for the production of Cava provides good acidity – the crunchy crispness of fresh apples and low alcohol.
Macabeu: (syn.Viura) late budding, pale skinned grape and both grows well in hot climates and matures without oxidizing, nose of floral aromas with low acidity.
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| Name
Of Vineyard |
Acres |
Age
Of Vines |
Grapes |
Soil |
Altitude |
Slope
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| Cabernet Parcel |
80 |
23 |
Cabernet Sauvignon |
Clay, Sand And Limestone |
827 Ft |
5 % |
| Macabeu |
150 |
50 |
Macabeu |
Clay, Sand And Limestone |
827 Ft |
5 % |
| Xarello |
75 |
45 |
Xarello |
Clay, Sand And Limestone |
827 Ft |
5 % |
| Parellada |
250 |
56 |
Parellada |
Clay, Sand And Limestone |
827 Ft |
5 % |
| Tempranillo Parcel |
60 |
30 |
Tempranillo |
Clay, Sand And Limestone |
827 Ft |
5 % |
| Merlot Parcel |
110 |
16 |
Merlot |
Clay, Sand And Limestone |
827 Ft |
5 % |
| Chardonnay Parcel |
300 |
22 |
Chardonnay |
Clay, Sand And Limestone |
827 Ft |
5 % |
| Syrah / Pinot N. Parcel |
10-15 |
5 |
Syrah And Pinot Noir |
Clay, Sand And Limestone |
827 Ft |
5 % |
| Viognier Parcel |
50 |
13 |
Viognier |
Clay, Sand And Limestone |
827 Ft |
5 % |
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Name of Wine: Naverán Cava Brut Reserva N/V
Producer: Bodegas Naverán.
DO: Penedés (Zone # 5)
Grape Varietal: 50% Xarello, 30% Macabeu, 20% Parellada
Production: 10,000 Cases made – 6,000 for the U.S.
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Name of Wine: Naverán Dama 2003
Producer: Bodegas Naverán
DO: Penedés (Zone # 5)
Grape Varietal: 85% Chardonnay, 15% Parellada
Production: 2,000 Cases made – 900 for the U.S.
Wine Maker: Emili Esteve
Ageing: 24 months in the lies
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Name of Wine: Naverán Cava Rose 2003
Producer: Bodegas Naverán.
DO: Penedés (Zone # 5)
Grape Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
Production: 800 Cases made – 200 for the U.S.
Wine Maker: Emili Esteve
Ageing: 24 months in the lies
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Name of Wine: Manuela 2004
Producer: Bodegas Naverán
DO: Penedés (Zone # 5)
Grape Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
Production: 4,500 Cases made - 2,000 for the U.S.
Wine Maker: Emili Esteve
Ageing: 4 months in 2 year old French oak barrels.
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Name of Wine: Naverán Crianza Cab 2003
Producer: Bodegas Naverán
DO: Penedés (Zone # 5)
Grapes: 85 Cab, 10% Merlot, 5% Temp.
Production: 5,000 Cases made – 3,000 for the U.S.
Wine Maker: Emili Esteve and Luis Esclassans
Ageing: 12 Months in French and American Oak.
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