The only Spanish sparkling wine to win a gold medal at the International Wine Challenge 2026 has been recognized with the “Great Value Champion Sparkling 2026” award during the IWC Trophy Awards gala, held yesterday in London.
Codorníu Ars Collecta Blanc de Blancs Reserva 2022 has been recognized as the winner of the category “Great Value Champion Sparkling 2026” in the International Wine Challenge Trophy Awards 2026, one of the world's leading international wine competitions. The cava, which had previously won a gold medal in the 2026 edition of the competition, Being the only Spanish sparkling wine to achieve this recognition, it was selected among the finalists in its category and finally won the Trophy Award during the gala held yesterday in London.
This is a cava made from a selection of vineyards where each variety shows its greatest potential and expressiveness: chardonnay coming from Costers del Segre, with a continental climate; xarel·lo from the Penedès and couple from high-altitude vineyards in Pla de Manlleu, both areas with Mediterranean influence.
The winemaker of Codorníu, Bruno Colomer, This cava stands out. “Its creamy texture, marked by the fineness of its bubbles, and an elegance that, combined with a high acidity, opens up a wide range of gastronomic experiences”. Due to its sensory and organoleptic characteristics, it pairs perfectly with seafood, fish without sauces or raw, as well as with rice dishes, lightly seasoned meats and desserts.
During this year, Codorníu Ars Collecta Blanc de Blancs Reserva Eco 2022 has also been awarded four gold medals in international competitions such as Effervescents du Monde, Gilbert & Gaillard, The Drinks Business Spring Tasting, and Mundus Vini. Furthermore, within the same collection, Codorníu Ars Collecta 459 2010 was chosen as “Best Sparkling Wine of the Year 2026” in the 365 Wines a Year Guide published by Vivir el Vino magazine.
Codorníu Ars Collecta is Codorníu's prestigious collection of cavas. Launched in 2016, it currently comprises ten wines: three Reserva cavas (Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Noirs, and Grand Rosé); the emblematic Jaume Codorníu, Josep Raventós Blanc, and Rosé; three Cavas from single-vineyard vineyards (La Fideuera, El Tros Nou, and La Pleta); and the 459, considered by many to be the pinnacle of cava, crafted from exquisite grapes. blend of the three qualified sites.
The collection has accumulated hundreds of national and international awards, reaffirming Codorníu's commitment to excellence, innovation and the production of cavas of the highest expression.
RRP: €19.95
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