Cava
Cava appears in 9 articles of hers, from 2023 to 2025.
In her words
Contevedo Cava is another reliable sparkling, vibrant, savoury and refreshing, ideal for festive parties and seafood or cheese boards.
Most Cava comes from the Penedès region, just outside Barcelona, it’s savoury, refreshing and citrus.
The highlights of my voyage of discovery into Cava land has been undoubtedly the Codorniu, Art Collecta Blanc de Noirs Reserva 2017 and the Roger Goulart, Gran Reserva Josep Valls, 2019) priced at £22 and £25 respectively.
Crafted using the traditional method like Champagne, Cava boasts a rich heritage and a distinct character.
At the heart of Cava production lie three grape varieties: Macabeo, Xarel·lo, and Parellada.
Cava is often less expensive than Prosecco, although this can depend on the specific brands and quality levels.
From her archive








Articles

Two Brilliant Bubbles Under £15: Your Christmas Saver Guide from Aldi
Supermarket wines are stronger than ever this Christmas, with brilliant value across sparkling styles if you know where to look. Two bottles stand out immediately:…
8 December 2025 · 2 min read

Festive Wines for Christmas | The Christmas Magazine 2025
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite shares her favourite bottles (and booze-free beauties) to enjoy this festive season. In my book, Christmas morning unfolds in a very specific…
1 December 2025 · 4 min read

3 Places You Need to Visit in London for Great Food and Wine
Brutto35 to 37 Greenhill Rents, Clerkenwell, EC1M 6BNThe last restaurant created by the legend Russel Norman and it’s a masterpiece. It’s a relaxed Italian trattoria…
13 August 2025 · 1 min read

Cava Discovery Week at The Dorchester | #DiscoverCava
The Euros and Wimbledon, 2024 has been a story of Spanish sporting success. And I’m going to add another win for the Spanish as I’ve been
19 July 2024 · 2 min read

Which is the Best Supermarket to Buy Wine From?
Which is the best supermarket to buy wine from? It has to be, Aldi. Aldi has undoubtedly earned its spot as the ultimate wine haven.
2 September 2023 · 1 min read

Smart Ways to Save Money on Wedding Wine: My Top Tips!
Wedding season is upon us, and with all the stresses and strains of preparing for your big day, wine choices can often be overlooked or left
16 August 2023 · 5 min read
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