Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rose
Frans Malan produced the first bottle of Kaapse Vonkel in 1971, making it South Africa’s first fermented sparkling wine.
Tasting Notes
This vibrant Cap Classique has a beautifully fine and persistent mousse. Captivating aromas of raspberries and cranberries are elevated by subtle floral notes. On the palate, strawberry sherbet and red berries are followed by a hint of biscuity complexity. Crisp acidity contributes freshness and flair to this delicate sparkling wine.
Vintage Notes
The Stellenbosch region experienced an excellent winter; steady cold accumulation took place from the end of May to the end of August. While the early spring was particularly cool and dry, the growing season progressively grew wetter and cooler. Exceptional summer rainfall resulted in lush canopies with high growth rates. Cool and wet conditions were suddenly halted by heat peaks in January. Nevertheless, this contributed to an excellent foundation for the 2022 vintage, with good flavour development and sugar concentrations.
Winemaking
Whole bunches were gently pressed to collect the purest juice. The juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks at about 57.2 – 60.8 F (14- 16°C) with specially-selected yeast strains to ensure optimum fruit and freshness. The fermentation in the bottle creates millions of magic bubbles. The bottles were then matured in the winery’s cool and dark cellars for 15 months, adding layers of yeasty complexity to augment the delicious red berry flavors.
Technical Information
- Vintage:
- 2022
- Alcohol:
- 12%
- Region:
- Stellenbosch
- RS:
- 3.1G/L
- Varietals:
- 77% Pinot Noir, 22% Pinotage, 1% Pinot Meunier
- PH:
- 3.06
- TA:
- 6.9G/L
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