Conquilla Cava Brut

The wife and husband team of Ana and Jordi Valles produces Conquilla from sustainably-farmed grapes on their 48-hectare estate in the village of Sant Marçal about 60 kilometers west of Barcelona. Conquilla means "shell" in Catalan, the local language. Many thousands of years ago, this valley was a seabed, and its limestone soils are studded with marine fossils. This lively and creamy dry cava is delightful with lighter dishes, salads and young cheeses. (from the vintner)