Cavas Nadal Winery Guide
Nadal is an esteemed Cava producer in the renowned Penedes wine region, boasting a rich history and recent accolades. With roots tracing back to the 16th century in Sant Sadurni D’Anoia, the Nadal family has cultivated the land for generations, even persevering through the turbulent Spanish Civil War from 1936 to 1939 to continue their winemaking legacy.
However, the true pioneer of Nadal’s winemaking tradition is Ramon Nadal Giro. In 1941, Giro embarked on a transformative journey, replanting his ancestral vineyards on an airfield site. His vision was to rebuild and create a prosperous future for the region after the devastation of the phylloxera epidemic and the Spanish Civil War. Recognizing the immense potential for producing high-quality sparkling wines, Giro constructed a winery in 1943 and commenced Cava production that same year.
Today, the Nadal family upholds the founding principles set forth by Ramon Giro, crafting exceptional artisan Cavas in the heart of the Sant Sadurni region. Each successive generation has contributed to the family’s legacy, yet the core values of respecting the land and terroir have remained steadfast. Terroir lies at the essence of their winemaking philosophy. Nadal is dedicated to nurturing indigenous grape varieties and meticulously tends to diverse vineyards, each with unique characteristics. This intricate patchwork of vineyards allows their winemaker, Xavier, to skillfully create various wine styles, bestowing the final product with remarkable complexity and depth. In essence, one can confidently assert that Cava rarely surpasses the quality achieved by Nadal.
In recent years, Nadal’s dedication to excellence and mastery of Cava production have been recognized through various prestigious awards. Their commitment to traditional winemaking methods and the pursuit of exceptional quality has garnered them domestically and internationally acclaim. In addition, their Cavas have received accolades for their outstanding craftsmanship, showcasing the family’s unwavering commitment to producing wines of the highest caliber.
Nadal continues to raise the bar for Cava production, blending a storied past with a relentless pursuit of perfection. In 2015, they joined forces with Gramona, Llopart, Recaredo, Sabaté i Coca, and Torelló to introduce CORPINNAT, a prestigious quality certification for their sparkling wines. This label guarantees the wines’ origin and the implementation of meticulous production techniques, including exclusive manual and eco-friendly harvesting, complete on-site winemaking, and a minimum aging period of 18 months. By embracing CORPINNAT, Nadal showcases their commitment to crafting exceptional sparkling wines that reflect the region’s terroir and meet the highest quality and sustainability standards.
Wines produced
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Nadal Brut Reserva
63% Parellada, 30% Macabeo, 7% Xarel-lo. After the initial fermentation, the wine is subject to a secondary fermentation in bottle. Aged on its lees for 24 months before disgorgment. -
Nadal RNG 10 Brut Nature Gran Reserva 2004
68% Xarel-lo 32% Parellada. After the initial fermentation, the wine is subject to a secondary fermentation in bottle. Aged on its lees for several years before disgorgement. No sugar is added to the wine post-disgorgement. -
Nadal RNG Finesse Brut Gran Reserva 2011
56% Xarel-lo 44% Parellada. After the initial fermentation, the wine is subject to a secondary fermentation in bottle. Aged on its lees for several years before disgorgement. -
Nadal Brut Nature 2009
58% Parellada, 30% Xarel-lo, 12% Macabeo. After the initial fermentation, the wine is subject to a secondary fermentation in bottle. Aged on its lees for several years before disgorgement. No sugar is added to the wine post-disgorgement. -
Nadal Salvatage Rosat (rose) Reserva Brut 2013
100% Pinot Noir. After a gentle maceration, the wine is subject to a secondary fermentation in bottle. A light, fresh sparkling rose that is perfect with seafood. -
Nadal Salvatage Brut Gran Reserva 2013
66% Macabeo, 29% Xarel-lo, 5% Parellada. After the initial fermentation, the wine is subject to a secondary fermentation in bottle. Aged on its lees for several years before disgorgement.
Facts & Figures
Appellation
DO Cava
Founded
1943
Area under Vine
100 Hectares (owned)
Age of vines
30 years+ Low yields
Oak barrel origin
American and French
Winemaker
Xavier Nadal
Owner
Nadal family
Production
450,000 bottles per annum, depending on the vintage
Grape varietals
Macabeo, Parellada, Xarel-lo, Pinot Noir
Grape Varieties Used by the Winery
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Macabeo (Viura)
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Parellada
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Xarel-lo
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Pinot Noir
Pinot noir is a light-bodied red wine varietal closely related to the Vitis vinifera grape and produces the most sought-after red wines in the world.
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Winery Appellations
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Winery Contact Details
Cavas Nadal
Finca Nadal de la Boadella s/n08733 El Pla del Penedès (Barcelona)
Spain
Tel +(34) 938988011
Fax +(34) 607463052 Find out more
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