I’m not much of a drinker, it’s not compatible with a driving job. But when Sarah unpacked a bottle of Cordon Oro Cava (approx £9.49) on Friday I was determined to try some.
Determined because Madam had hid the bottle muttering something about keeping it safe to review it later. Clearly she did not want to share and I was not getting the hint!
What it says on the bottle -
Freixenet Cordon Oro derives its superior quality and elegant sparkle from a long period of maturation and the Traditional Method of second fermentation in bottle.
A classic Cava, it is created from a special blend of Macabeo, Xarel-lo and Parellada grapes, indigenous to the Cava region, outside Barcelona.Bright in colour with hints of gold and mid-sized bubbles, Cordon Oro is a remarkably refreshing sparkling wine. As a semi seco, it is easy to drink, with apple, pear and citrus notes, softly balanced acidity and an elegantly floral finish.
The reality -
A pale gold liquid with fat bubbles that I don’t normally associate with Frexienet’s Cava. Not unpleasant just unexpected. The scent is very fragrant and fruity – incredibly appealing. And it tastes very nice 
I agree it is very easy to drink, and it is a perfect summer drink - ideal for outdoor eating or a summer barbecue.
I would buy this to drink and I recommend that you get a bottle or two for your next barbie. Just don’t drink it out of pint glasses like we did or it doesn’t go very far. Time to buy some wine glasses I think!
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