Cava DO now 100% organic for Cava de Guarda Superior

All Guarda Superior Cavas released from now onwards will be certified as 100% organic. The milestone has been a long-held target for the Cava DO which now has nearly 110,0000 hectares of certified organic vineyards.

Back in November 2023, Joan Huguet, president of DO Penedès, the heartland for Cava, told the drinks business that he was aiming for 100% organic conversion by 2025. This sentiment was reiterated again last year, showing the initiative was on target to attain organic status and the efforts of the region had not been unmet.

This significant step means that every bottle beginning with the 2022 harvest — including the Reserva, Gran Reserva, and top-tier Cava de Paraje Calificado categories — has been produced from organically grown grapes.

The achievement also showcases how Spain leads Europe in organic viticulture, with nearly 110,000 hectares of certified organic vineyards within the Cava DO.

The organic certification, backed by the European Union, ensures that no chemicals have been used in these vineyards for at least three years, verified through thorough documentation and regular inspections.

Additionally, the Catalan Council for Organic Agricultural Production supports these efforts by providing its own certification, allowing the use of organic herbicides while maintaining high standards.

In 2024, sales of organic Cavas soared to 37.3 million bottles, marking a 15.24% growth from the previous year. According to the figures, this trend reflects a growing consumer preference for wines that are planet-friendly.

When the DO first announced its intention to become fully organic, Huguet told db: “We are a region near the sea, so we have few problems, and it is easy for us to be organic. We are sure that organic is better for our landscape, more healthy and more sustainable.

Added to this view on the future success of Cava, Javier Pagés, president of DO Cava explained that the premium nature of the Spanish fizz, along with its accessibility, were key elements to its success.

Pagés said: “The future of Cava lies in continuing to focus on quality and the value of the Cava brand.”

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