Mont Marçal
Extremarium Brut Reserva – 2021
Region: Spain - Cataluña
Mont Marçal
The winery Mont Marçal Vinícola was founded in 1975 by Manuel Sancho who, after many years of dedication to the world of the music, directed his activity towards a new art; the world of wine and cava. Since 2015, under new ownership, the philosophy of the winery and the dedication to producing quality wines under the Denominations of Origén Penedès, Catalunya, and Cava continue. The winery, originally a 14th century farmhouse and then a 19th century convent, is now a state-of-the-art winemaking facility. Mont Marçal’s cavas are certified organic.
The Wine
Vineyard Profile
Estate vineyards in D.O. Cava.
- Altitude: 720 feet
- Soils: Chalky limestone
- Vine Training Systems: Goblet & Trellis
Harvest Notes
- Each variety harvested separately at night to keep grapes cool and preserve acidity
- Chardonnay fermented in 300 liter French oak barrels for 4 months
- Other varieties fermented in stainless steel tanks
- First press lots are selected for the blend
- Slow second fermentation in bottle at low temperatures for optimum balance between freshness and creaminess
- Minimal dosage to achieve < 8 g/l sugar
- Aged for a minimum of 15 months on lees
Winemaker's Notes
Bright pale yellow in the glass with fine perlage and a perfect mousse. Fresh and clean aromas with toasty vanilla, grapefruit and peach, white flowers and mineral notes. A palate of fruity, creamy lightness, with body from the lees and hints of hazelnuts and raw almonds.
Wine Summary
35% Xarel·lo, 25% Macabeu, 20% Parellada, 20% Chardonnay; alcohol: 12%; estate vineyards in D.O. Cava at 720 feet; chalky limestone soils; each variety harvested and vinified separately; Chardonnay fermented in 300 liter French oak barrels for 4 months, balance in stainless steel tanks; slow second fermentation in bottle at cool temperature; minimal dosage to achieve < 8 g/l sugar; aged minimum 15 months on lees; certified Organic and vegan friendly.
Technical Information
- 35% Xarel·lo, 25% Macabeu, 20% Parellada, 20% Chardonnay
- Alcohol: 12%
- Total Acidity: 6.3 – 6.9 g/l
- Residual Sugar: < 8 g/l
- Total SO2: 75 mg/l
- Certified organic by CCAPE – Consell Català de la Producció Agrària Ecològica Spain & USA
- Vegan friendly
Reviews
90 Points
Floral aromatics with a hint of apple and strawberry carry into a palate sprinkled with celery salt. This sparkling wine showcases the subtlety of Cava with ample concentration and length.
Wine Enthusiast, February, 2026
General Info
| COUNTRY | Spain |
| REGION | Catalonia/Cataluña |
| APPELLATION | D.O. Cava |
| PROPRIETORS | Founded by Manuel Sancho, sold to Bardinet 2015 |
| FOUNDED | 1975 |
| WINEMAKER | Jose Moreno |
| ANNUAL PRODUCTION | 30,000 9L cases |
| FARMING (SUSTAINABLE, ORGANIC, BIODYNAMIC) | Certified Organic by CCAPE – Consell Català de la Producció Agrària Ecològica, Spain
Certified Organic USA ISO-9001, BRC (British Retail Consortium, Global Standard Food) and IFS (International Food Standard). |