Parés Balta Brut Cava Penedes

According to Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Light gold. Spicy mineral and citrus peel aromas, with a hint of yellow plum. Fresh and broad on the palate, showing notes of orange, apple, white peach and floral honey. Soft and supple but has good bite on the back, the orange note repeating and lingering." (Sep/Oct 06) According to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Pares Balta is one of a number of wineries in Penedes with serious aspirations. It produces a wide range of wines from Cava to Rose to stratospherically priced red wines. While Pares Balta appears to be a work in progress, it is clear that their intention is to produce world-class wines. While Pares Balta makes many different Cavas, the importer only brings in their two top-of-the-line sparkling wines." (04/08)