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Dedication and expertise: the secret of our artisan cavas and spirits<\/h2>\n

For three generations, our family has been dedicated to the production of unique cavas and spirits, thus creating the Mascar\u00f3 brand.<\/p>\n

Our cellars and distillery have been located, since 1946, in Vilafranca del Pened\u00e8s, 48 km south of Barcelona. It is the perfect setting for the creation of our products, as they are inspired by our environment and produced following a craft tradition full of years of wisdom.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.mascaro.es\/en\/the-home-history-cavas-and-artisanal-spirits\/” button_text=”The family” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”off” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”45px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Artisan makers<\/h3>\n

We process raw materials with exceptional care to obtain unique and amazing products.<\/p>\n

The personality of each of our cavas and spirits is based on attention to detail and minimal intervention throughout the entire production and ageing process.<\/p>\n

That’s why the winemaker of the Mascar\u00f3 family controls all the production, thus guaranteeing the highest quality.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Our symbol<\/h3>\n

A mascar\u00f3n is an architectural ornament, which has been used throughout history to beautify ships or to enhance buildings, bridges and fountains, giving the architecture a humanity trait.<\/p>\n

Ours is a fantastic being, half man and half lion, the work of Llu\u00eds Hortal\u00e0, a sculptor born in Olot (Girona). The animal suggests strength and sovereignty and the man represents intelligence and sensitivity.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#F5F5F5″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.mascaro.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Mascaro-Trama-Verda.jpg” parallax=”on” parallax_method=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ module_class=”img-dreta” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.mascaro.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/celler-mascaro-dedicacio-i-expertesa.jpg” alt=”Mascar\u00f3 Winery, dedication and expertise.” title_text=”Mascar\u00f3 Winery, dedication and expertise.” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text quote_border_weight=”2px” quote_border_color=”#000000″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” quote_font_size=”12px” quote_line_height=”1.2em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Cava de guarda superior<\/h2>\n

We believe that the essence of a product is found in its origin, and for this reason, our cavas are made exclusively with hand-harvested grapes from our organic vineyards.<\/p>\n

The process of second fermentation and bottle ageing gives them the structure and complexity characteristic of Reserva and Gran Reserva cavas.<\/p>\n

Our cavas are aged for a minimum of two years.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.mascaro.es\/en\/product-category\/cava-en\/” button_text=”Cavas Mascar\u00f3” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ make_equal=”off” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”60px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”The land” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”ddce3d7e-d68f-439e-a194-a283a20c952d” animation_style=”fade” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

The uniqueness of the Mascar\u00f3 caves is the terroir that marks the personality of the grape and, therefore, of our wines.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Organic grapes” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”ddce3d7e-d68f-439e-a194-a283a20c952d” animation_style=”fade” animation_delay=”200ms” global_colors_info=”{}”]We treat the vines without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, following agricultural practices that prioritize sustainability and respect for the environment.[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Manual harvesting” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”ddce3d7e-d68f-439e-a194-a283a20c952d” animation_style=”fade” animation_delay=”400ms” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

The harvest in Mascar\u00f3 is manual and the transfer to the winery is carried out in small cases to preserve the quality of the fruit as much as possible.<\/p>\n

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To make our cavas, we press whole grapes in the style of Champagne. This type of pressing allows you to avoid undesirable maceration and reserve only the true flower must.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Long ageing of the cavas” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”ddce3d7e-d68f-439e-a194-a283a20c952d” animation_style=”fade” animation_delay=”850ms” global_colors_info=”{}”]The bottles of cava rest in the darkness of our cellars for a minimum period of 24 months.
\nOnly then do we consider that our cavas can be called premium aged.[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efe7dd” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.mascaro.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Antonio-Mascaro-a-la-Destilaria-Mascaro.jpg” alt=”Acropolis in Greece” title_text=”Antonio-Mascar\u00f3-at-the-Mascar\u00f3-Distillery” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” filter_saturate=”75%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text quote_border_weight=”2px” quote_border_color=”#000000″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” quote_font_size=”12px” quote_line_height=”1.2em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

The distillery<\/h2>\n

Mascar\u00f3 spirits are high quality products with a marked personality.<\/p>\n

For its preparation, we use the double distillation technique. The whole process takes place in our own distillery and ageing warehouses, located in the heart of the Pened\u00e8s region.<\/p>\n

The origin of Mascar\u00f3 brandies are local wines with low degree and good acidity that we prepare professionally through a long period of maturation in French oak barrels.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.mascaro.es\/en\/categoria-producto\/brandy\/” button_text=”Mascar\u00f3 Brandies” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”0px||60px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ make_equal=”off” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”60px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”It all starts in the vineyard” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”0a15931b-8c22-4f56-9ba0-2e4b6682022b” animation_style=”fade” global_colors_info=”{}”]The land and the climate intertwine to give life to the grapes. The terroir is the essence that determines the quality and personality of the wine.[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Distillation of our own wines” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”0a15931b-8c22-4f56-9ba0-2e4b6682022b” animation_style=”fade” animation_delay=”200ms” global_colors_info=”{}”]We carefully make wines dedicated to distillation, letting them express themselves in all their naturalness and without adding sulphur.[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Double distillation method” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”0a15931b-8c22-4f56-9ba0-2e4b6682022b” animation_style=”fade” animation_delay=”400ms” global_colors_info=”{}”]We use traditional copper stills to separate the liquids and select the central part called “heart” that’s ideal for making brandy because of its aromas and taste.[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ module_class=”seccio-proces-brandi” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”720px” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Ageing in French oak barrels” alt=”French oak barrels from Mascar\u00f3” image_icon_width=”100%” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”0a15931b-8c22-4f56-9ba0-2e4b6682022b” background_enable_image=”off” animation_style=”fade” animation_delay=”600ms” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Through distillation, we obtain wine spirits with a strenght of below 70% vol, also known as holandas. Ageing takes place in French oak barrels where the brandy matures and gains in structure and nuances. <\/p>\n

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