Structure

Bodylight
Tanninlow
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishmedium
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 0 to 4 years from disgorgement.
disgorgement0 yrs4 yrs8 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Light-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: fresh fruit, dry herbs, fine lees, white florals

Palate: fresh, fruity, flavorful, good acidity

Indigenous-trio Brut Nature from a small artisanal cellar at L'Arboc, traditional method since 1988. Medium-intensity fresh fruit, dry herbs and floral aromatics over a fresh, flavorful palate.

What it pairs with

  • Pa amb tomaquet Find pa amb tomaquet on TableJourney →
    Catalan tomato-bread aperitif; the wine's bright citrus lifts olive oil and tomato.
  • Croquetas Find croquetas on TableJourney →
    Creamy mousse partners bechamel-filled croquettes; bright acidity refreshes.
  • Sushi
    Light body and citrus drive match delicate raw fish.
  • Aperitif olives and Marcona almonds
    Salt and almond echo the wine's faint nuttiness; bright acidity refreshes.

History

Founded by Julia Olivella in 1988 at L'Arboc in Baix Penedes, producing traditional-method Cava from the indigenous trio plus Chardonnay. Julia Olivella retired around 2020; long-standing distributor Jaume Sabate took over the brand and continues artisanal production.

  1. 1988: Olivella i Bonet founded at L'Arboc, Baix Penedes
  2. 2020: Jaume Sabate took over from Julia Olivella, continuing artisanal production

Facts

Producer
Olivella i Bonet · visiting guide
Grapes
Xarel-lo, Macabeo, Parellada
Classification
DO Cava Reserva
Oak
Stainless steel; 14 to 18 months on lees in bottle
ABV
11.5%
Price
EUR 9 to 14 at retail
Drinking window
0-4 from disgorgement
First vintage
1988
Vegan
Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Brut Nature

What does Olivella i Bonet Brut Nature taste like?

Fresh fruit, dry herbs, fine lees and white florals on the nose; fresh, fruity, flavorful palate with good acidity. Light-bodied with high acidity and a medium clean finish.

When should I drink Olivella i Bonet Brut Nature?

Drink within 0 to 4 years of disgorgement. Built for freshness; the Brut Nature dry edge holds well in cellar conditions.

What grapes are in Olivella i Bonet Brut Nature?

The three indigenous Cava varieties: Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Parellada. Brut Nature from a small artisanal cellar founded 1988.

What food pairs with Olivella i Bonet Brut Nature?

Pa amb tomaquet, croquetas, sushi and Marcona almonds. The Brut Nature dry edge handles the Catalan aperitivo repertoire cleanly.

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