BARON MERTEN SELECCCIÓ FAMILIAR
Grand Reserve - Brut Nature
Analysis
Wine tasting
Pale in appearance, with greenish-yellow reflections and an elegant stream of tiny, persistent bubbles, it opens with subtlety and quiet presence.
On the nose, it is restrained and sophisticated, revealing delicate notes of orange blossom, ripe pear skin, dried herbs, toasted bread crust and roasted hazelnut, all layered with precise, elegant integration. Nothing is excessive — just the calm expression of a cava that has aged with dignity.
On the palate, it is dry, structured and fresh. Its acidity is crisp and defined, forming the backbone of the wine. There’s a subtle mineral note reminiscent of wet stones, and the mouthfeel is tightly woven, graceful and fine. Hints of yeast, roasted nuts and warm bakery notes blend with ripe fruit, never tipping into oxidation or heaviness.
The finish is long, pure and persistent, with a discreet touch of noble oxidative character—perfectly fitting for a cava of this age—and a lasting impression of elegance.
Conservation and consumption recommendations
Store the cava in a cool (10–15 °C), dry place away from direct light. Bottles should be kept in an upright position, especially after disgorgement, to avoid prolonged contact between the wine and the cork.
For best enjoyment, serve between 5 and 8 °C, adjusting the temperature depending on the season and personal preference. Chill gradually (never in the freezer) and keep in an ice bucket with water and ice while serving.
Gastronomy
This is a cava crafted for serious gastronomy, full-bodied and persistent on the palate.
It pairs beautifully with game meats such as wild boar, venison or hare, especially in slow-cooked stews with red wine, herbs or dark chocolate.
It’s equally well suited for braised red meats, like veal cheek, oxtail or lamb shoulder cooked at low temperature. The acidity refreshes the palate and balances the richness of the dish.
With aged cheeses — such as mature sheep’s milk cheese, aged Garrotxa, Blau de Muntanyola, or washed-rind cheeses — it finds a bold and balanced expression.
It also shines with seasonal mushrooms, like sautéed porcini or black trumpet mushrooms, and with ravioli stuffed with meat, game or black truffle.
In traditional Catalan cuisine, it pairs wonderfully with dishes like fricandó, duck with pears, chicken with crayfish or “cap i pota” (offal stew).
This is a cava that doesn’t just accompany a meal — it transforms it.
Perfect for long conversations at the table, deep flavours and bold pairings.
Awards
Gran Oro Casino de Madrid 2023
Best of 2023
Expovina Wine Trophy
Great Gold Medal Top Wine 2021
SILVER MEDAL VINARI 2020 Very aged Grand Reserves
ROBERT PARKER 91 points
GREAT ZARCILLO GOLD MEDAL 2009
Special
Tin label: a tribute to craftsmanship and uniqueness
Each bottle is adorned with a tin label, applied manually, which turns each cava into a small work of art. This detail symbolizes our philosophy: to pay homage to time, to work done by hand and to the beauty of the unrepeatable.
This is a classic bottle, corresponding to the winery's latest Gran Reserva 2012, in a very limited edition of only 300 units.
The entire process—from the desks to the disgorging and labeling—is done by hand, within our family cellar.
Each bottle is delivered in its individual case, as a piece of authentic craftsmanship deserves.
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JAUME GIRÓ I GIRÓ SL
Montaner i Oller Street, 5
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08720 – BARCELONA
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