Kaapse Vonkel Brut
In 2004, Simonsig winemaker Johan Malan created the first ever blend of Pinotage with the two classic red varieties used in Champagne, made in the Classic Methode Cap Classique of fermentation in the bottle, pioneered by Frans Malan, founder of Simonsig and father of Johan.
Tasting Notes
White flowers, apples and nectarines entice on the nose with hints of shortbread. A refined palate shows bursts of apple and peach followed by a delicate mineral finish. Beautiful acidity contributes extraordinary length and finesse to this Cap Classique, making every occasion a memorable celebration.
Winemaking
All the grapes are handpicked in bins. The whole bunches are gently pressed in pneumatic presses to collect the purest juices named cuvée. After settling overnight, the juice is fermented in stainless steel tanks at about 15-17°C with specially selected yeast strains. To add complexity to the wine, a portion of the Chardonnay is fermented in older French Oak barrels. No malolactic fermentation is done to preserve the freshness of the wine. The wine is blended expertly before being bottled. After fermentation in the bottle, the wine is aged on the lees for at least 20 months prior to disgorgement.
Technical Information
- Vintage:
- 2023
- Alcohol:
- 12%
- Region:
- Stellenbosch
- RS:
- 3.2G/L
- Varietals:
- 49% Chardonnay, 49% Pinot Noir, 1% Pinot Meunier, 1% Pinot Blanc
- PH:
- 3.2
- TA:
- 7.8G/L
