Because of the measures implemented by the government or because of having a more healthy, consumers choose leave or reduce your consumption of alcohol. An example of this is the rise and competition of companies that they sell cava without alcohol. Will it be the same as the traditional sparkling wine? We tell you and also, we tell you which is the best!
Is non-alcoholic cava still cava?
Convert traditional alcoholic beverages into non-alcoholic versions is becoming a trend booming. Even vodka or gin have their own dealcoholized alternative. Therefore, it is not surprising that there is beer, wine and cava without alcohol. Proposals closely related to the search for a healthier diet. For example, a cup of random wort has 200 kilocalories, while a cup This wine emerging would contribute between 20 y 30.
La Spanish Wine Federation has reported that he has a favorable view of this new drink. Alleging that by 2025 its demand is expected to triple. To this end, efforts are being made to integrate within the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). However, some countries, such as France, they don't want it to be considered wine. And it many producers claim that the taste is not the same, because alcohol provides certain nuances that are lost with this alternative.
However, from Bodegas Matarromera they assure that “the fact of making an elaboration in a specific way. In order for the grape to maintain its aromas, it achieves a fresh produce and quality”. Although, the Wine Federation affirm that production techniques still need to be improved. And they explain that "in the end the winery is not going to look for an equal product because it is imposible. In addition, the consumer is going to look more for a product that mainly does not have alcohol, and the taste is going to be more equal to him”.
But what is it?
Cava is a drink that comes from the fermentation of grape must. bone is a sparkling wine, with Designation of Origin. Of course, like the rest of the wines, the version of the cava without alcohol. Its production process is very similar: It begins with the selection of wines from which the alcohol is subsequently carefully removed. This is done using an innovative vacuum distillation system at a very low temperature. Thus managing to respect or minimize the characteristics of the drink.
As for the taste, Freixenet has confessed that it is difficult to compare cava without alcohol to ordinary wine. As cava does not enjoy the breeding period. In addition, the lack of alcohol leads to a loss of density or volume. Which, according to the Cordorníu producers, means that the product obtains a greater must flavor o concentrated grape juice. However, don't worry. If what you are looking for is a drink like cava, but without alcohol, Freixenet ensures that its bottles are reminiscent of tropical and citrus flavors. Tastes very similar to its alcoholic version.
which is better?
Like everything related to taste, it depends on the person. We are going to be guided by the most loved by consumers. Before going to number one, we want to underline the importance of two proper names for cava without alcohol: Codorníu and Frexent. The second has a wide range of this new drink. The first in the sales ranking of this brand is the Freixenet Alcohol Free. closely followed by the White Freixenet Alcohol Free. Since it does not stop showing an important taste for white cava that almost surpasses the classic.
While on the other hand we find that the population chooses as a favorite of the firm Quail el Great Plus Ultra. Second is the Quail zero, alcohol free. At the same time that in the third position appears the option of the box of six units of Lussory Organic Sparkling. An alcohol-free cava that fully represents the essence of dealcoholized wine.
Wineries and companies work tirelessly to meet the demands of their customers. A trend that is beginning to be intensely demanded is that of non-alcoholic wines and cava. There are currently many varieties on the market. Therefore, choosing a favorite is almost impossible. It completely depends on the personal taste of each individual. What is your favorite?
