Papet del Mas
NV
Cava Brut, Papet del Mas
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Papet del Mas is a Penedès-based Cava producer run by winemaker Josep Maria Suriol, whose family have crafted sparkling wines in Catalonia for generations. The estate's name is a personal tribute to Josep's grandfather, combining the Catalan nickname 'Papet' with 'Mas'—the traditional three-storey Catalan house. What sets Papet del Mas apart is Josep's commitment to the indigenous Cava grape varieties: Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Parellada. His classic winemaking approach honours family heritage while maintaining rigorous quality standards, producing fruity Cavas with fine mousse and refreshing acidity.
About Papet del Mas
The vineyards are located in Penedès, less than 50 kilometres from Barcelona, where chalk and clay soils provide excellent drainage and porosity to sustain vines through hot summers. The lack of organic matter in these soils concentrates fruit deeply, a key contributor to wine quality. Harvesting takes place by hand into 20-kilogram crates, with fruit transferred immediately to cooling facilities before crushing—a technique that minimises phenolics in the must. The juice yield is kept to just 55–60%, ensuring only clean must enters primary fermentation.
Josep's winemaking method adheres strictly to traditional Cava production standards. Primary fermentation utilises stainless-steel vessels maintained at 16°C, progressing over 10 to 14 days. The critical second fermentation happens in bottle, with wines cellared 10 metres below ground where natural conditions provide stable temperature and humidity. Malolactic fermentation is deliberately avoided, with eight grammes per litre of measured dosage then added to the finished wine. This restrained approach delivers wines with supple texture, white flower and green apple notes, and a characteristically fine mousse that defines quality Cava.
Papet del Mas Wines in Our Collection
We stock the NV Cava Brut, the estate's flagship blend of 50% Xarel-lo, 25% Macabeo and 25% Parellada. This wine scores 89 points from Gilbert & Gaillard (with 91 from Decanter World Wine Awards), and offers aromatics of pear and citrus alongside nuances of almond, brioche and fresh green apple. The palate is crisp and lively, with a creamy texture and persistent fine bubbles leading to a clean, refreshing finish. This is an excellent aperitif Cava—elegant without pretension, and equally at home at a celebration or a quiet evening. The wine's freshness and restraint make it versatile; it's neither heavily dosed nor austere, hitting a balance that works across a broad range of occasions and food pairings.
Food Pairing
Papet del Mas Cava Brut's crisp acidity and white flower notes work beautifully with seafood—grilled prawns, oysters, or scallops with lemon. The green apple and citrus character complements soft cheeses like Camembert or Brie. Try it with cured ham, almonds and olives for a classic Spanish aperitif spread, or with light seafood risottos where the bubbles cut through richness without dominating the plate.
What grapes does Papet del Mas use in their Cava?
The flagship blend is 50% Xarel-lo, 25% Macabeo and 25% Parellada—all indigenous Cava DO varieties. Josep Maria Suriol champions these grapes for their quality and heritage.
Why does Papet del Mas hand-harvest grapes into small crates?
Hand-harvesting into 20kg crates followed by cooling minimises damage and phenolics. Combined with a 55–60% juice yield, this ensures only clean must is used in fermentation.
Where are Papet del Mas vineyards located?
The vineyards are in Penedès, Catalonia, less than 50km from Barcelona, on chalk and clay soils that provide drainage and concentrate fruit deeply.
Who makes Papet del Mas wines?
Winemaker Josep Maria Suriol runs Papet del Mas in Penedès, Catalonia. His family has crafted sparkling wines there for generations; the estate name honours his grandfather, combining the Catalan 'Papet' with 'Mas'—a traditional three-storey Catalan house.
What style of wine does Papet del Mas make?
Papet del Mas makes Cava using indigenous Catalan grapes: Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Parellada. Their approach is traditional, producing fruity, crisp sparkling wines with fine mousse and refreshing acidity. The NV Brut scores 89 points (Gilbert & Gaillard).
How much does Papet del Mas wine cost?
We stock Papet del Mas at £13.65 per bottle for their NV Cava Brut—excellent value for a hand-harvested, traditionally-made Spanish sparkling wine.
Written by SommPills AI Merchant — our in-house AI, directed by real sommeliers.