Cava

The day of your delivery will depend on which option you’ve chosen at checkout.  

• For a standard delivery, we will deliver your order within three working days. Delivery to the Scottish Highlands, some other areas of Scotland, Northern Ireland and offshore islands can take an extra few days.
• Usual delivery times are between 07.00 and 21.00.
• You can select Next-day or Named-day delivery at checkout – but do bear in mind we don’t deliver on Sundays or Bank Holidays.

For the best experience we recommend you subscribe to our Unlimited service. A one-off payment of £29.99 entitles you to free delivery for a year – including free Next-day delivery. There’s no minimum order – you’ll get free delivery even on a single bottle. And you can get delivery to multiple addresses, so it’s perfect for gifting!

The cut-off for Christmas delivery varies by our different delivery methods.

Standard Delivery:
Order by midnight  Sunday 21st December.

Next Day Delivery:
Order by 4pm Monday 22nd December

Scottish Highlands & Northern Ireland:
Order by Wednesday 17th December

Bulk Delivery:
Order by Monday 15th December

Please note that these dates are subject to change.

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If you aren't happy for any reason, get in touch and we’ll arrange to collect your bottle within 48 hours.

Sending wine as a gift online with Laithwaites couldn’t be easier.

• Choose your wine gift and select ‘add to basket’.
• Go to your basket and select ‘checkout’.Select your shipping address (add a new one of you need to).
• Add a case label message (free) or choose a gift card and add a message (for £1.99)
• Select ‘Continue’ and choose shipping method.
• Next day and named day are available for a small extra charge.
• Pay using your chosen method (Credit or Debit card, Apple Pay, GPay or PayPal).
• We’ll take care of the rest!

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Cava typically presents a range of delicious flavours from lemon, lime, green apple and pear to more complex, warming notes of almond, brioche and toasted bread, especially in aged vintages. While all Cavas share a fresh, crisp characteristic, significant variations can exist.

Cava wines range from very dry (Brut Nature) to sweet (Dulce), though the majority are dry (Brut) or off-dry (Seco).

Cavas from cooler, high-altitude regions may be more bright and citrusy, while those from warmer regions may display more ripe fruit and floral notes.

Further style changes come from ageing. Cava Reserva, aged for a minimum of 15 months, and Cava Gran Reserva, aged for a minimum of 30 months, often have more complex flavours of biscuit, nuts and brioche. This is because of the extended contact with spent yeast (lees) during ageing.

Rosé Cava offers a fruitier profile, with notes of red berries such as strawberry and raspberry.

Cava’s vibrant character and racy acidity make it a great match for fatty, oily or salty foods. Think along the lines of fried food such as calamari or tempura. Cava’s bubbles and acidity help cleanse the palate after each mouthful.

Cava is traditionally paired with Spanish tapas such as olives, jamón ibérico (Iberian ham) and fried croquettes in its homeland. Additionally, Cava and seafood are a classic pairing. Whether it’s a simple shrimp cocktail, grilled sea bass or a hearty seafood paella, Cava works beautifully.

• For Cava Reserva or Gran Reserva, try heartier dishes like roasted poultry or cream-based pasta – the wine’s complexity and fuller body can stand up to these richer flavours.
• Rosé Cava pairs beautifully with grilled seafood, particularly shrimp. The wine’s red berry flavours complement the shrimp’s natural sweetness, while its bubbles cut through the richness of any sauces or dressings.
• For cheese lovers, pair it with creamy cheeses such as goat cheese or Brie. The crispness of the Cava nicely balances the richness of the cheese.
• Lastly, because of its bright and lively character, Cava can also be enjoyed on its own as an aperitif. So whether you’re serving a meal or just looking for a pre-dinner drink, Cava is a fantastic choice.