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Agustí Torelló 2006 Kripta Gran Reserva Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava)

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Price $116

Always one of Spain’s best bubblies, this is precise and dry, with a dusty apple aroma and only a bit of yeast on the bouquet. It feels expansive and rich, with cutting acidity that’s offset by yeasty cream, toast and butterscotch flavors. Juicy and generous at the same time. — M.S. (12/31/2012)

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Raventós I Blanc 2009 de Nit Sparkling (Cava)

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Price $26

This has a pretty light color, with dry raspberry and citrus scents. The palate is pure and elegant, with tangerine, grapefruit and nectarine flavors. This finishes longer than most, with poise and grace. — M.S. (10/1/2012)

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Gramona 2001 III Lustros Gran Reserva Sparkling (Cava)

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Price $46

Here’s a serious Cava with Champagne qualities. The nose is nutty and rich, with hints of vanilla and popcorn that aren’t overdone. The palate is toasty but also candied, with citrus blending perfectly with butterscotch. Plump and ripe through the finish, this is high-end and stylish, as Spanish bubbly goes. Drink now or hold in a good cellar for a few more years. — M.S. (12/15/2008)

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Jané Ventura 1998 Gran Reserva Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava)

Price $21

Loads of white fruits and lees, resulting in a nose of pure toast and vanilla. Shows the perfect size and integration, with a creamy feel. Flavors of grapefruit, lime and mineral are at the fore. Classy and refined, with a proper petrol characteristic. — M.S. (6/1/2005)

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Gramona 1998 Ill Lustros Gran Reserva Sparkling (Cava)

It is said that at five years a good cava starts to change for the better, and this seems to be an example of that. Classic aromas of petrol, baked apple and spiced ham precede a sly palate that’s both soft and deep. Mild citrus flavors are topped by vanilla and white pepper. Mature. — M.S. (6/1/2005)

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Llopart 2002 Rosé Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava)

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Price $25

Alluring bubby, regardless of origin or composition. The bouquet is dry, clean and spicy, with crushed raspberry. Full in the mouth, with a perfect texture; the peach and nectarine flavors are delicious. Finishes a bit racy and citrusy, with pink grapefruit and passion fruit. Outstanding rosado cava. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez Selections. — M.S. (6/1/2006)

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Juvé y Camps 2004 Gran Brut Sparkling (Cava)

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Price $45

Quite complex, leesy and creamy, with all the apple, peach, white pepper and exotic, delicate spice notes one could ask for. As Cava goes, this is expensive and elevated; it is made with 20% Chardonnay along with the other usual cava grapes, and the result is exemplary. Drink now or hold thru 2011. — M.S. (11/1/2009)

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Gramona 2002 III Lustros Gran Reserva Sparkling (Cava)

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Price $45

A lovely wine that brightens the luster of this top Cava maker. Leesy aromas of vanilla, pastry and bread are balanced in equal parts by floral notes, and in the mouth there’s papaya, apricot, peach and toasted bread. Long on the finish. Classy Cava. — M.S. (11/1/2009)

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