Cava
I like Cava, but keep in mind some earlier exports were not what I’m drinking today. Spain’s sparkling wines can be extremely high quality, but historically the ones that were exported to the U.S. were not the nation’s best.
Cordoniu is a quality producer with a fairly large production that is widely available. Another is Freixenet, one of my personal favorites. These are also made in the Methode Champenoise, and many are aged even longer than Champagne is.
The principal grapes are Xarello, Macabeo and Parellada, but many others can be used as well.
You will find fine bubbles in this bottle fermented wine. Sweetness levels range from Brut Nature to Dolce…dry to sweet.