Dibon Cava Brut Reserve ( 88 Points Wine Enthusiast Mag)

A "Good Value" designation from Wine & Spirits Magazine: "Dried apricot and marzipan flavors meet the nutty bitterness of this cava. A sweet, soft wine to serve with herbed goat cheese in pastry shells." (06/08) A Best Buy, Wine Enthusiast: "Dibon is new to us, and after tasting this complete, well-made Cava we are happy to makes it acquaintance. The nose offers regal yeast and richness, while the palate has complexity to prop up apple, citrus and grapefruit flavors. Solid from front to back, with health and freshness." (12/08) This traditional blend of Xarel-lo, Parellada and Macabeo is inexpensive but far from cheap. Full of toasty, nutty, qualities with notes of cinnamon and corn meal this is very complex aromatically. Add some notes of brioche and fresh sourdough on the palate and a streak of chalk to the abundant baked apple quality and this is something special for under $20.00