TASTING NOTES FOR Freixenet Cordon Negro Sparkling Cava Spain NV

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw yellow with green highlights and a fine, lively mousse of persistent bubbles.

👃 Aromas
Fresh and delicate, showing green apple, pear and citrus zest with hints of lemon blossom, light yeast and brioche complexity.

👅 Palate
Crisp, clean and well-balanced, delivering flavours of apple, ripe pear and bright citrus with a refreshing, dry profile. Subtle notes of ginger and light toast add extra interest.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Light to medium-bodied with fine, creamy bubbles and refreshing acidity. The finish is smooth, clean and persistent, with lingering citrus and orchard fruit notes.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Spanish Cava—fresh, vibrant and easy-drinking with bright fruit, lively bubbles and subtle yeast complexity. Clean, versatile and consistently reliable.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect as an aperitif or with seafood, tapas, sushi and light appetisers. Also excellent with fried foods thanks to its cleansing acidity.

BBD Verdict
One of the best-value sparkling wines on the market—crisp, refreshing and incredibly versatile. A must-have for mixed dozens where you want a dependable, crowd-pleasing sparkling that always delivers.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen