Spain's cava makers seek creative fixes as drought threatens grape harvests:
Vineyards across Catalonia's renowned Penedes cava-producing region are so parched ...
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Key FactsSpain's Cava Makers Seek Creative Solutions Amid Drought
Aug 1, 2023 · Reading time: ~20 sec.
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- Vineyards in Catalonia's Penedes cava-producing region are suffering from severe drought, causing the roots of 30-year-old vines to die.
- The cava sector expects to lose between 35% and 55% of grapes compared to a normal harvest.
- Spain is the world's second-largest producer of sparkling wine, with most cava being sold internationally.
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