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In the glass
Aroma: red fruit, citrus
Palate: red fruit, creamy, fresh
A delicate pink sweet Pinot Noir Cava with red fruit and citrus freshness and a creamy texture from lees ageing.
What it pairs with
- Tuna tartare The producer suggests raw or marinated fish like tartare.More wines for tuna →
- Salmon sashimi Sashimi and sushi are on the producer's list.More wines for salmon →
- Strawberries and dark chocolate Fruit and chocolate desserts are the producer's other suggestion.More wines for chocolate →
How to serve Gran Plus Ultra Pinot Noir
Allow 10 minutes from open to pour.
- Open the bottle. Chill and open.
- Serve well chilled. A well-chilled bottle keeps the freshness.
- Glassware. A white-wine glass or tulip flute.
- Pair with the food. Tuna tartare, Salmon sashimi, Strawberries and dark chocolate. Raw fish, sushi, and fruit or chocolate desserts.
History
Gran Plus Ultra Pinot Noir is a Codorniu cava of the Gran Plus Ultra collection, made from Pinot Noir and listed by the producer in a 50 cl format with a sweet dosage.
Facts
- Producer
- Codorniu · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Pinot Noir
- Classification
- DO Cava
- Oak
- Aged on the lees, giving a creamy mousse; the producer gives no month count
Frequently asked about Gran Plus Ultra Pinot Noir
What does Gran Plus Ultra Pinot Noir taste like?
On the nose, red fruit, citrus. On the palate, red fruit, creamy, fresh. A delicate pink sweet Pinot Noir Cava with red fruit and citrus freshness and a creamy texture from lees ageing.
When should I drink Gran Plus Ultra Pinot Noir?
Codorniu gives no drinking window; it says the cava suits an aperitif, a full meal or desserts.
What food pairs with Gran Plus Ultra Pinot Noir?
Tuna tartare is the first match to try, with Salmon sashimi and Strawberries and dark chocolate close behind. The producer suggests raw or marinated fish like tartare.
What grapes are in Gran Plus Ultra Pinot Noir?
It is made from Pinot Noir, according to Codorniu.
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