Cava near me: Spanish sparkling wine in Boston

If you mean cava the Spanish sparkling wine, The Wild Duck at 86 Massachusetts Ave in Boston is a liquor store where you can shop sparkling wine in person, for pickup or for delivery. If you mean the Mediterranean restaurant, we are not that business, and the first section below points you the right way.

Are you looking for cava the wine or the restaurant?

Many people who search for cava near me want the Mediterranean restaurant chain, with its menu, opening hours and nearest address. We are The Wild Duck, a liquor store in Boston, so we do not run that restaurant. For its hours, phone number or menu, use the restaurant's own website or a map search on your phone.

If you want a bottle of cava, the Spanish sparkling wine, you are in the right place. We sell wine, spirits, beer, mixers and snacks from 86 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02117, and we also offer pickup, delivery and shipping.

The rest of this page is for hosts and shoppers who want to buy a bottle, with New Year's Eve in mind.

What is cava and how is it different from other sparkling wine?

Cava is a sparkling wine from Spain, made mostly in Catalonia. It is usually made by the traditional method, the same bottle fermentation used for Champagne, where the bubbles form inside the bottle in which the wine is sold.

The usual grapes are Macabeo, Xarel-lo and Parellada, which give a dry, fresh wine with citrus and orchard fruit notes. Champagne comes from the Champagne region of France and Prosecco comes from northeastern Italy, and Prosecco is most often made in a tank rather than in the bottle. Each style has its own character, and cava sits between them in the way it is made and in how it tastes.

On a label, the word Brut means dry, Brut Nature means no added sugar, and Seco or Semi-seco mean progressively sweeter. Most people choosing a toast wine look for Brut.

How do I choose a bottle of cava for a New Year's Eve party?

Start with the style of the evening. For a toast at midnight with a crowd, a Brut cava is a dependable, dry choice that suits most guests. For a long dinner before midnight, a bottle with more time on its lees, labelled Reserva or Gran Reserva, tends to have a richer, toastier flavour.

The age statement tells you how long the wine rested before release. Cava de Guarda rests at least nine months, Reserva at least fifteen months, and Gran Reserva at least thirty months. Longer resting generally gives finer bubbles and more bread-like notes.

Look at our sparkling wine category to see what is on the shelf now. If you want to compare cava with Champagne or other sparkling styles side by side, the same category lets you do that in one place. Please remember that our products are for customers aged 21 and over.

What else should I stock for a sparkling wine night?

A good party table has more than one bottle style. Alongside the sparkling wine, think about a lighter option for guests who want something different, and a few non-alcoholic choices so every guest has a glass to hold at midnight. Our non-alcoholic category covers that.

If you plan to mix sparkling cocktails, our mixers category has what you need. A classic is a splash of liqueur topped with dry sparkling wine. CHARTREUSE Yellow Liqueur is one we carry that works in that style, and a small measure goes a long way.

For guests who prefer something other than sparkling wine, beer and ready-to-drink drinks are on the shelves too. We carry more than 4,500 products from more than 700 brands, so one trip can cover most of the table.

What food goes well with cava?

Cava is dry and bright, so it works best with salty, fried and savoury foods. Nuts, olives, cured meats, cheese and fried appetisers all suit it well, and the bubbles clear the palate between bites.

Our snacks category is a good place to start for a party spread. Chica De Gallot Pepper Salsa is one of the items on that shelf if you want something with a little heat next to a crisp, dry wine.

If you plan to end the evening with something sweet, a Semi-seco or Dulce cava pairs better with dessert than a Brut does. Our guide to chocolate near me: drinks and snacks to pair in Boston covers pairings in more detail.

How should I chill and open a bottle of cava?

Serve cava cold, at about 6 to 8 degrees Celsius. In a refrigerator that takes about three hours. In a bucket of ice and cold water, it takes about thirty minutes.

Hold the bottle at an angle of about 45 degrees and point it away from people. Keep a firm hand on the cork, and turn the bottle, not the cork, so that it releases with a soft sigh rather than a loud pop. This keeps the wine from foaming over and keeps everyone safe.

Pour in two stages, letting the foam settle before filling the glass to about two thirds. A tall, narrow glass keeps the bubbles lively for longer than a wide coupe. Once opened, a sparkling wine stopper keeps the bubbles for a day or so if any wine is left.

Can I get cava by pickup, delivery or shipping?

Yes, we offer all three ways to buy besides walking in. In-store pickup in Boston is open Monday to Saturday from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

For delivery, our hours are Monday to Saturday from 9:30 AM to 10:30 PM and Sunday from 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM. We serve Boston, Cambridge and Brookline, and you can read the details on our liquor delivery areas page, or go straight to Boston, Cambridge or Brookline. If you mainly want bottles of wine brought to you, see wine delivery in Boston.

Shipping is also available. Because holiday evenings are busy, it helps to place your order a few days before the party.

Where is The Wild Duck and when is it open?

The Wild Duck is at 86 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02117. Our shop hours are Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Pickup begins an hour earlier than shop hours, so if you order ahead you can collect your bottles in the morning. Our full hours are the same through the week, with only the Sunday opening time shifted.

Our Google rating is 4.6 out of 5 from more than 60 reviews. You can read more about the shop on our about us page, or look at the frequently asked questions for common questions about orders.

Can I ask the team for a cava recommendation?

Yes. If you are not sure whether a bottle suits a dinner, a toast or a gift, tell us what you are planning and how many guests you expect, and we will point you to a style that fits. Service is one of the things we care about most, along with selection and craft products.

If the bottle is a gift, our gift guide lists ideas across wine, spirits and beer, and gift cards are available if you would rather let the recipient choose. For a different sort of host gift, our Rokz Bloody Mary Lover Set is one to look at for New Year's Day brunch.

Visit us at 86 Massachusetts Ave, or order for pickup or delivery from our website at wildduckliquors.com.