Description
The 1682 Chardonnay Cap Classique has a pale lemon color and a delicate mousse. It exudes freshness and pure fruit on the nose, vibrant notes of Granny Smith apple, candied lemon rind and white peach. It is lively on the palate, displaying finesse and complexity with a crisp acidity. Flavors of lemon cordial, honeyed nectarines, toasted croissant and pistachio are evident on the palate. It has a long, yet refreshing finish. This popular Cap Classique is the quintessential drink for all occasions.
The Brut 1682 is Chardonnay based made in the traditional French method and is as such designated Methode Cap Classique. The Chardonnay was picked by hand at low sugar levels of 17 - 19°B and pressed whole bunch. The juice that is extracted is low in phenols, high in natural acidity and relatively neutral in terms of varietal flavor. This juice ferments with a strong strain yeast to form the base wine of the MCC.
Once the base wine is stabilized it is fermented a second time in the bottle. This second fermentation creates the bubbles or mousse of the MCC. Post fermentation the bubbly was aged on its yeast lees for a minimum of 12 months up to 18 months.
Winemaker: JD Pretorius
Once the base wine is stabilized it is fermented a second time in the bottle. This second fermentation creates the bubbles or mousse of the MCC. Post fermentation the bubbly was aged on its yeast lees for a minimum of 12 months up to 18 months.
Winemaker: JD Pretorius
Steenberg holds the distinction of being the oldest farm in the picturesque Constantia Valley, which is generally considered to be South Africa’s premier wine growing region. With its cool, sea-facing slopes and majestic granite ridges, this vineyard has developed a worldwide reputation for producing excellent Cape wines. The estate boasts a state of the art modern winery, producing some of the country’s finest award winning wines.
* Prior vintage described.
