What's the best pairing for calçotadas and grilled meats?

With the arrival of spring, outdoor gatherings once again take center stage, and few plans are more our thing than a good calçotada or grilled meat with friends and family. But if we want the experience to be perfect, we also need to consider which wine will best accompany it. Pairing can enhance flavors, balance textures, and turn a good meal into a true feast for the palate.

For calçotadas: Cava Bohigas Brut Nature Reserva

Calçots, with their toasted sweetness and unmistakable romesco sauce, call for a wine that can refresh and cleanse the palate between bites. Cava Bohigas Brut Nature Reserva is an excellent choice: its acidity and fine bubbles help balance the creaminess and intensity of the sauce, while cleansing the mouth afterward. Plus, with no added sugars, it maintains freshness and doesn't interfere with the flavors of the dish.

For grilled meats: Inicis red wine (100% Sumoll)

When we talk about grilled meat—ribs, sausages, lamb, entrecote, etc.—we enter a realm of intense flavors and powerful textures. Here, a wine with its own personality is needed, but one that doesn't overpower the taste of the meat. The Inicis red wine, made exclusively with Sumoll, a native Catalan variety, is perfect for this occasion.

Sumoll is known for its fresh, slightly rustic profile and soft tannins, making it ideal for pairing with meat without overpowering it. The grape's natural acidity helps balance the fatty meats, while its fruity and herbaceous notes add complexity to the dish.

The finishing touch

Calçotadas and grilled meats aren't just meals; they're a celebration. And like any celebration, they deserve drinks that match. Both the Bohigas Brut Nature Reserva Cava and the Inicios red wine are locally sourced, high-quality wines with a distinct identity that perfectly complements these gatherings.

Best regards and bon appetit!