One look at the bell-shaped bottle of Codorniu Brut Reserva Cuvee Raventos NV, and you are led to believe this is a sophisticated sparkler. Indeed the appearance is one of a more expensive product than the sale price of $9.99 in Pennsylvania State Stores.
At first pour, the Cava’s color is light and golden with very small bubbles, which for me hint at a well-made sparkling wine. The lightly pleasant aromas include pear, citrus and a hint of pineapple. Fine texture and slightly frothy mouth feel – Flavors are light and toasty with nutty flavors combined with green apple and citrus, followed at the end with a fine mousse and mineral finish. The grapes for this sparkler are the traditional Cava blend (50% Xarel-lo and Macabeo grapes) with the addition of Champagne stalwart Chardonnay (50%). Overall a very nice and unusually delicate Cava – clearly worth consideration at this price – but drink it soon, since Codorniu suggests consuming as fresh as possible (within 10 months of purchase).
Jack Brice Wine 
This is such a nice wine, especially for the price. So glad you brought it to my attention. I’m laying some in for the holidays! I had it at Salt by the glass a couple weeks ago but didn’t realize it was on CS.
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Interesting – the Cava served at SALT is actually the little brother of this Cava, but Codorniu is a reliable and historied Spanish producer, so I imagine all of their range is reliable and pleasing.
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