Differences and similarities between Cava and Champagne

GRAPES

Cava
The native white grape varieties are three: Macabeo, Xare-lo and Parellada. Being the only wine region in the world where they are used as a basis for the preparation of a foamy, they give a very strong personality to the product. They are also authorized Subirat or Rioja Malvasia and Chardonnay.
For pink champagne is used as red varieties Garnacha, Monastrell, Pinot noir and Trepat (grape that only occurs in the Conca de Barbera

Champagne
It is used as a basic white grape Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and accompanied by Pinot Meunier, red grapes but vinified in the same way as if they were white, ie, without removing the skin color. The Pinot Noir brings consistency to blend Pinot Meunier and fruity aromas.
Unlike cava, champagne is a, sparkling white wine second fermentation, made with a high percentage of red grapes. When champagne is made exclusively from chardonnay it is said to be "A Blanc de Blancs"