You might reply: “I already have a cat, thanks, it keeps me company just fine!” Fair point, we love cats around here too. But this companion is less furry and way more fizzy. It’s one you’ll want to sip, savor, and fall head over heels for.
And let’s be clear, this flavor-packed drink holds a special place in our caaaaaaatalog. Our cosmic cats swear by it. You’ll soon see why.
Hey Grandpa, what’s Pet Nat?
Looking for a definition of Pet Nat? Imagine an old-timey voice-over. Pull up a chair, here’s the scoop.
Pet Nat stands for Pétillant Naturel, a term that’s now internationally recognized. And yes, the word “natural” is there for a reason: nothing added, nothing taken away. Long before smartphones, caaaaaaat lasers 3000, or hoverboaaaaards, winemakers used a single fermentation process called the ancestral method.
Sometimes, the old ways are the best.
How does Pet Nat work?
The idea with Pet Nat is to catch the wine mid fermentation, like interrupting a busy bee, and basically say “Freeze, coffee break!”
(No, there’s no actual coffee in Pet Nat. Grandpa’s got jokes!)
Here’s what happens: while the wine is still fermenting in large vessels (tanks, barrels, amphorae…), it’s bottled before fermentation finishes.
What does that do? The rest of the fermentation takes place inside the bottle, and the natural CO₂ produced by the still active yeasts gets trapped like a well-kept secret until it tickles your taste buds when you pop it open.
A little behind the scenes detail…
Let’s get real, we simplified things a bit.
Winemakers know, during alcoholic fermentation, yeasts feast on grape sugar, turning it into alcohol and releasing carbon dioxide.
To make Pet Nat (short for “Pétillant Naturel”), this wild microbial party continues inside the bottle. Grapes’ natural sugars (hello fructose) keep feeding the yeasts, which keep releasing gas… which stays trapped.
The result? A naturally sparkling wine that fizzes from the inside out. Beautiful, right?
Why is Pet Nat perfect for apéritifs?
Whether you’re in Catalonia or just feeling caaaaaaat alan (we had to squeeze in a pun), Pet Nat brings unmatched energy to your pre dinner moments.
Like our cosmic cats, this fizzy little bomb kicks things off with zero fuss, from the first sip, it’s all joy.
Ready to experience an ancient winemaking tradition with a modern twist? Check out our selection here. Our Loire Red Pet Nat is a peacefully mind blowing bottle Chris insisted you had to have in your cellar (okay, his cellar too).
What’s in store for your palate…
Think irresistible flavors of redcurrant, raspberry, or strawberry, a fruity basket to share, brightened by a zesty hint of “oh it’s so fresh”.
Pet Nat: the perfect blend of tradition and rebellion!
Sometimes, going back to the roots is how we truly refresh ourselves (note to self: delete this slogan before the next meeting with our four legged cosmic colleagues).
In plain words, Pet Nat revives ancient winemaking secrets in a way that feels refreshingly modern.
Here’s a playful, delicious red sparkler that’s made for apéritifs, one that’s as fun as it is tasty.
Cheers, get ready for a sparkling good time (in your unicorn pajamas).