Perles D'Or

Naveran is a historic grower-producer in Alt Penedès, near Barcelona, crafting estate-grown, certified-organic Cava from vineyards centered around Torrelavit. Founded in 1901, the winery is known for traditional-method sparkling wines that combine freshness, fine bubbles, extended lees aging and a clear expression of the region's Mediterranean climate and limestone-rich soils. Following the acquisition of the winery and brand by the Roqueta family through Roqueta Origen in November 2025, Naveran continues its commitment to organically farmed estate fruit and grower-style production. Founder Michel Gilliéron Parellada remains a partner and retains ownership of the historic Can Parellada vineyards, while Ramon Roqueta Segalés leads the winery's strategic direction and Marta Sanvicente oversees the technical and winemaking operations. This next chapter builds on more than a century of estate winemaking, combining historic vineyard holdings with renewed investment while preserving the elegance, authenticity and craftsmanship that define Naveran's grower Cavas. Perles d’Or is an estate-bottled organic Cava from Alt Penedès that showcases the vibrant identity of Xarel·lo alongside exceptionally fine, persistent bubbles. Produced from organically farmed estate vineyards in Torrelavit using the traditional method, it reflects Naveran’s focus on precision, freshness, and Mediterranean character. The wine emphasizes purity of fruit and a delicate, pearl-like mousse, highlighting the house style of refined, grower-driven sparkling wines.

WHAT MAKES THIS WINE UNIQUE?

Unlike the majority of the big Cava houses that purchase most of their grapes, Naveran has made handcrafted organic Cava from its own vineyards since 1901. Perles D'Or is 100% Xarello

RATING HISTORY:

2021 94 WE 'Editors' Choice'

GRAPE:

100% Xarello. Organically grown vines planted in 1963. Tended in clay and limestone soil at 325 m (1,066 ft) elevation. This wine is certified organic and vegan.

VINIFICATION AND AGING:

The Xarello is harvested, crushed and fermented at low temperature. There is coupage in September, tirage and second fermentation in the bottle (typical of the traditional method for sparkling winemaking) for a minimum period of 24 months. Then, disgorgement (deguelle) is followed by dosage.

LOCATION, SOIL, CLIMATE:

The vineyards are located within the DO Penedès (Zone 5) in northeastern Spain, a few miles south of Barcelona in the Alt Penedès subregion, at an elevation of 325 meters (1,066 ft.). The soils are composed of limestone and clay subsoil. The texture of the topsoil allows for good drainage while the subsoil has good water retention. The medium levels of pH in the soil and low percentage of organic matter result in moderate yields and balanced acidity in the grapes. Regarding the area's climate, the average temperature from April to October is 59F and the annual rainfall is 27.6 inches. The days are hot with moderate night temperatures for this high Mediterranean region. The Naveran Estate's higher elevation allows the grapes to retain more natural acidity, which results in wines that are zesty, fresh and have expressive aromas.

TASTING NOTES:

This light yellow-colored sparkling wine has forceful effervescence and aromas of golden currant, vanilla and honeysuckle. It is bright at first sip, with Granny Smith apple and lemon flavors that are joined by notes of brioche and toasted almond. The finish is laced with notes of citrus zest and salinity.

ALCOHOL CONTENT:

12.5%

UPC CODE:

810411010402

BOTTLE WEIGHT:

1.9 lbs (.9 kg)