Mercat Cava Brut Rose [W&S90]

Producer: Mercat Region: Cava, Spain Blend: 40% Macabeu, 40% Xarel.lo, 15% Parellada, 5% Monastrell Year: Non-Vintage  Wine & Spirits, 90 Points  "A pale salmon-pink rosé, this wine has rich strawberry flavors that sustain a brisk apple-and-mineral freshness. The red fruit makes it a versatile tapas wine, bridging tortilla and jamón Iberico."  Winemaker Notes:  "Pale salmon-pink in color with zesty aromas of citrus, wild strawberry and fennel. Apple, berry and brioche flavors are balanced on a firm structure of mineral acidity and fine bubbles.Blend: 40% Macabeu, 40% Xarel.lo, 15% Parellada & 5% Monastrell."  Alcohol: 11.5%  *Price and availability in store may vary. Vintage date may differ from pictured.