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Segura Viudas Winery Guide
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Last updated: December 8, 2023
Winery Overview
Nestled in the enchanting Penedes region of Catalonia, Spain, Segura Viudas Winery is a captivating hidden gem. With its origins tracing back to the 11th century and a modern-day commercial winery established in the 1950s, Segura Viudas offers a remarkable blend of history, architecture, and exceptional wines.
Situated amidst the breathtaking landscape, the winery’s estate seamlessly integrates contemporary facilities with remnants of architectural styles that span centuries, including the captivating Visigoth, Romanesque, and Gothic influences. Adding to its allure, the estate features a 13th-century “Masia,” a stone Catalan villa surrounded by picturesque vineyards, enhancing the overall ambiance. The Penedes region boasts a rich winemaking heritage, ignited by the late 19th-century “Cava Boom” that brought experimentation and viticultural techniques inspired by France’s renowned Champagne region. Segura Viudas continues this tradition as an esteemed Cava house, producing top-class white and red wines that exemplify the region’s excellence.
Being a part of the prestigious Freixenet group, a leading name in Spanish “Wine Tourism,” Segura Viudas ensures visitors a genuinely unforgettable wine-tasting experience. The winery invites guests to indulge in a sensory journey, exploring their highly acclaimed wines that have garnered international acclaim.
Among their collection, the intricately bottled Reserva Heredad Cava stands as a testament to Sequra Viudas’ commitment to excellence. This exceptional Cava, paired with the deliciously fresh Creu de Lavit still white wine and the flawlessly crafted aperitif nonvintage Cava Rosado, showcase the winery’s mastery of winemaking techniques.
Over the years, Segura Viudas has won many national and international awards, including International Wine Challenge, Decanter World Wine Awards, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, International Wine & Spirit Competition, and Vinari Catalan Wine Awards
These awards reflect the dedication of Segura Viudas to crafting exceptional sparkling wines that embody the essence of the Penedès region and solidifying its reputation as a top-quality producer of sparkling wines.
Wines produced
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Reserva Heredad
Cava, Brut Vintage Gran Reserva, 67% Macabeo, 33% Parellada. -
Torre Galimany
Cava, Brut Nature, Coupage of Xarello, Macabeo and Parellada. -
Mas d' Arany
Still red wine, Reserva dominated by Tempranillo, 18 months in French and American oak. -
Creu de Lavit
Still white wine, Cask fermented 100% Xarel.lo, 6 months in new American oak, Alc. 13%. -
Lavit Brut Nature
Cava, 60% Macabeo, 40% Parellada blend. Alc. 12%. -
Aria Brut Nature
Cava, 60% Macabeo, 20% Xarel.lo, 20% Parellada, NV. -
Brut Vintage
Cava, 67% Macabeo, 33% Parellada, single vintage wine only in exceptional vintages, aged in bottle for 3 years. -
Brut Rosat
Cava Rose NV, 60% Trepat, 20% Garnacha, 20% Monastrell. -
Brut Reserva
Cava Reserva, 50% Macabeo, 35% Parellada, 15% Xarel.lo. -
Extra Seco
Cava, 60% Macabeo, 25% Parellada, 15% Xarello. Condsidered to be the archetype dry cava. -
Segura Viudas
Still red wine, young varietal wine with three weeks of maceration. -
Via Heredad Tinto
Still red wine, Crianza, 75% Tempranillo, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 9 months in new oak. -
Via Heredad Blanco
Still white wine, 40% Xarello, 35% Parellada, 25% Macabeo, Alc. 11.5%.
Winery Contact Details
Segura Viudas
Carretera de St. Sadurní d’Anoia a St. Pere de Riudebitlles km. 508775 Torrelavit
Barcelona
Email: [email protected]
Tel +34 93 891 7070
Fax +34 93 899 6006 Find out more
Facts & Figures
Appellation
Penedes and Cava
Founded
1950
Area under Vine
50 ha
Age of vines
10-35 year old vines, Pruning method: "Corta", grapes are all hand selected
Oak barrel origin
Winemaker
Pedro Hellin, Gabriel Suberviola
Owner
Freixenet Group
Production
500,000 bottles
Grape varietals
Xarel.lo, Parellada, Macabeo, Trepat, Monastrell, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, Garnacha, Merlot
Grape Varieties Used by the Winery
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Chardonnay
Chardonnay is a green-skinned grape varietal native to the Burgundy wine region in France and one of the most popular varieties worldwide.
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Macabeo (Viura)
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Parellada
Unveil the allure of Parellada grape: a Spanish gem crafting elegant sparkling & white wines. Explore its unique qualities & flavor profile.
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Xarel-lo
Unveiling Xarel-lo: A Key Grape in Catalonia's Cava Sparkling Wine. Discover the Intriguing Role of Xarel-lo in Spain's Sparkling Delight.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
Discover the irresistible allure of Cabernet Sauvignon—a worldwide favorite with robust, dark-bodied flavor. Unleash your wine journey today!
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Garnacha
Garnacha: Spain's Red Gem. Akin to Pinot Noir, it bridges terroir and winemaking, crafting captivating expressions.
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Merlot
Merlot is the most cultivated grape in Bordeaux and closely related to Cabernet Franc
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Monastrell
Unveiling Spain's Hidden Gold: Monastrell Wine - Explore the Richness and Allure of this Exceptional Varietal
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Tempranillo
Discover Tempranillo: Spain's iconic red grape. From Ribera del Duero to Toro, it yields concentrated wines. Explore its synonyms and unleash its prowess.
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Trepat
Trepat is a red grape variety native to northeastern Spain, specifically the Catalonia region. It produces light-to-medium-bodied wines with low tannins and high acidity, making them particularly well-suited to sparkling wine production. Trepat is gaining popularity among wine enthusiasts for its unique flavor profile and versatility in winemaking.
Winery Appellations
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