GRAMONA III LUSTROS
Brut Nature · Gran Reserva 2009
Vol. 12 %
Grape Varieties 75% Xarel.lo, 25% Macabeo.
Our Land
La Plana is the mother land and source of III Lustros, Celler Batlle and now, la
Enoteca. Four hectares of xarel·lo grow in this area, accompanied by a hectare
of Macabeo. They grow on clay soils with a sandy substratum over limestone
rock.
Bounded to the east by the River Noia, to the north, the vineyards are open to
the air currents from the valley which runs down from the mountains. To the
south, they are exposed to the sun, which follows the path of the river while, to
the west, a hill of pine trees dominates, its shadow protecting the vineyards in
the afternoons. The land is worked with the same meticulous care that it has
received for the last 150 years.
Organic viticulture
Based on careful observation and treatment of factors influencing our land and
habitat, we do not apply chemical herbicides nor pesticides, instead we use natural resources to reach our main goal: to maintain balance in the environment.
Through biodynamics, one step beyond ecology, we give life to our vineyards
and seek to raise levels of biodiversity. We maintain spontaneous groundcovers
to achieve spongy soils, apply infusions and decoctions of plants to avoid pests
and produce our own animal and vegetal compost.
Productions
We assume responsibility for each and every step involved in the winemaking
process, from the vine to the bottle. The grapes are picked by hand, go onto a
sorting belt, are transferred by gravity, and pressed whole bunch.
This Gran Reserva is aged for 96 months
100% artisanal process. The bottles are sealed with a cork stopper throughout
the time they spend resting in the silence of the cellars, which enables the
longest ageing periods. We use ‘pupitre’ racks, and riddling and disgorging are
carried out by hand. <3 grams of sugar per litre.
GRAMONA S.A. I Carrer Indústria 36, 08770, Sant Sadurní d’Anoia (Barcelona) I T +34 93 891 01 03 I F +34 93 818 32 84 I [email protected] I www.gramona.com
GRAMONA III LUSTROS
Brut Nature · Gran Reserva 2009
Tasting notes
Appearance
Straw hue with golden highlights.
Nose
Intense with clear notes of maturity under a constant veil of freshness. Baked
apple and sweet pears. Ripe citrus, grapefruit peel. Faded flowers and a
herbal backdrop reminiscent of fennel and rosemary. The ageing notes run
through a gamut of aromas which includes hazelnuts, pastries, toast, brioche
and toffee. The cava becomes more and more expressive as it opens up in
the glass.
Palate
Powerful on entry with great structure. The carbon dioxide is fine and creamy.
Loads of candied fruit balanced by the notes from ageing. The balsamic aro-
mas come through again. Lively, refreshing finish on the palate. The aftertaste
is never-ending.
Food pairings
This is very much a cava for enjoying with good food. With its balance of
structure, creaminess and freshness, it works well with all food types and reci-
pes. Appetizers, foie gras, terrines and cold meats. Seafood and fish. Poultry
and even rice dishes, stews and hotpots.
To enhance the beauty of this fine cava, we suggest you serve it between 8-
10º C in a large balloon wine glass to enable it aerate and express its aromas
to the full.
Gramona III Lustros can be enjoyed now or, if stored in the right conditions,
in a few years’ time.
GRAMONA S.A. I Carrer Indústria 36, 08770, Sant Sadurní d’Anoia (Barcelona) I T +34 93 891 01 03 I F +34 93 818 32 84 I [email protected] I www.gramona.com
GRAMONA III LUSTROS
Brut Nature · Gran Reserva 2009
Awards
Guía Peñín (Peñín Guide) 2010-2016 Best Cava of the Guide. 94 points.
Mundovino 2015 ‘III Lustros Exceptional value for money’
Anuario de los Vinos El País (El País Wine Yearbook) 2016 94 points ‘radiant cava in every wa’
Periódico ABC Guía de Vino (ABC Wine Guide) 2009-2016 Best cava 95 points
Guía Repsol (Repsol Guide) 2015 93 points
Guía de Vins Gourmets (Gourmets Wine Guide) 2016 91 points in a blind tasting. On the honour roll for 17 years
running.
AEPEV (Spanish Association of Journalists and Wine III Lustros Best Sparkling
Writers) 2013 and 2016
La Guía de Vins de Catalunya (Catalonia Wine Guide) 2016 9.61 points in a blind tasting.
Concurso Sumiller Nariz de Oro (Sommelier Golden Nose In a blind tasting, Best sparkling Wine
Competition) 2012 and 2013
The New York Times ‘Gramona, a before and after’ ‘Reminds me of the great
champagnes. Eric Asimov.
The Wall Street Journal After the tasting ‘Gramona III Lustros deserves to be among the
world’s top champagnes’. ‘After 130 years, it has changed my
idea of cava’, Will Lyons.
“Top 50 Most Admired Wine Brands 2016” Gramona has been classified in the 26th position.
Jancis Robinson.com 2015 After the blind tasting, Gramona III Lustros the cava with the best
punctuation (18.5)
World Encyclopedia of Champagne & Sparkling Wines Best position for a cava
50 Greatest Cavas 2016 95 points
Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2015 Gold Medal
Wine Advocate 2015 93 points. Neal Martin, the prestigious North American
publication’s taster, commented: ‘Let us consider what is
unquestionably the most impressive portfolio of cavas that money
can buy’.
Les Plus Grands Vins du Monde, M. Bettane and Among the 300 favorite wines. Michel Bettane. French wine gurú.
T. Desseauve
Beppe Giuliano, EUPOSIA Best sparkling wine made from a native grape variety.
Revista Wine and Spirits 2009 - 2010 - 2011 Among 100 Top World Wineries.
Wine Enthusiast NY Amongst Best 10 Spanish wines.
GRAMONA S.A. I Carrer Indústria 36, 08770, Sant Sadurní d’Anoia (Barcelona) I T +34 93 891 01 03 I F +34 93 818 32 84 I [email protected] I www.gramona.com