In the glass
Aroma: green apple, citrus blossom, fresh almond, white florals
Palate: lemon, saline, creamy mousse, clean finish
Indigenous-trio Brut Nature aged 18 months on lees, the entry-tier organic Corpinnat from Juve i Camps. Crisp green apple, citrus blossom and almond on a refreshing palate with fine creamy mousse.
What it pairs with
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Pa amb tomaquet
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Catalan tomato-bread aperitif; the wine's saline drive lifts olive oil and tomato. -
Patatas bravas
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Crisp acidity cuts spicy aioli; bubbles refresh between bites of tapas. -
Sushi
Light body and citrus drive match delicate raw fish. -
Goat cheese on toast
Almond aromatics and bright acidity partner soft goat's milk.
History
Essential is Juve i Camps's entry-tier organic Brut Nature, 18 months on lees from CCPAE-certified vineyards. Released in non-vintage form as the everyday gateway into the brand's range. Joined Corpinnat in April 2026 with the rest of Juve i Camps.
- 1990 — Essential Brut Nature launched as the volume Brut Nature
Facts
- Producer
- Juve i Camps
- Grapes
- Xarel-lo (50%), Macabeo (30%), Parellada (20%)
- Classification
- Corpinnat
- Oak
- Stainless steel; minimum 18 months on lees in bottle
- ABV
- 11.5%
- Price
- EUR 12 to 18 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-5 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 1990
- Organic
- CCPAE
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Essential Brut Nature
What does Juve i Camps Essential taste like?
Green apple, citrus blossom, fresh almond and white florals on the nose; lemon, saline, creamy mousse and a clean finish on the palate. Light-bodied with high acidity and a medium clean finish.
When should I drink Essential?
Drink within 0 to 5 years of disgorgement. Built for freshness; the Brut Nature dry edge and organic farming give the wine clean fruit character.
What grapes are in Essential?
The three indigenous Cava varieties: 50 percent Xarel-lo, 30 percent Macabeo and 20 percent Parellada. CCPAE-certified organic Brut Nature aged 18 months on lees.
What food pairs with Essential?
Pa amb tomaquet, patatas bravas, sushi and goat cheese on toast. The Brut Nature dry edge handles the Catalan aperitivo repertoire cleanly.