Torreblanca Cava 2018

Spanish fizz made with the Champagne method and from three Spanish varieties (macabeo, xarello and parellada) in an estate that has been around since the 15th century. Torreblanca 2018 is affordable and delivers.

Less uptight than its French cousin, with juxtaposed layers of candied lemon, crunchy orchard fruit and waxy florals. 19 months on the lees elevate the complexity with subtle nuttiness and a whiff of light pastry, almost reminiscent of galettes. The acids are in check and beautifully carry the fresh summer fruit flavours through the palate which is dry, with fine bubbles and a touch of ‘sweet earthiness’ that I associate – excuse the very personal interpretation- to Jerusalem Artichoke. Shaley minerals, and a nettle-like freshness dominate the finish.

Andrea Infimo

Born and raised in Naples, Italy, Andrea came to Australia in 2013 after graduating with an environmental science degree. While working as a waiter in between jobs, Andrea found he enjoyed hospitality much more than his previous career during a stint working at MoVida Sydney. After a short apprenticeship at 121 BC, Sydney’s ground-breaking gem for Lo-Fi Italian wines, and a few months with the Lotus Group, Andrea moved to Melbourne and reunited with Movida. He’s been curating the highly regarded Wine List at Movida Melbourne, including one of the country's finest Spanish selections, for the past 3 years while studying for the WSET diploma.