De Grendel Wines

Cap Classique Brut 2024

WO Cape TownWestern Cape, South Africa

Grape varieties: 62% Chardonnay, 38% Pinot Noir
Alcohol: 12.75 %
Format: Case of 6 × 750 ml

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Tasting notes

Bright pale gold colour with a fine, persistent mousse. The nose is elegant and expressive, with aromas of green apple, citrus blossom and ripe pear layered with subtle brioche and biscuit nuances from extended lees ageing. On the palate, vibrant and refined, crisp acidity balances notes of lemon zest, stone fruit and delicate red berry undertones from the Pinot Noir component. A creamy texture adds depth and complexity, through to a clean, refreshing and long finish with a lingering mineral edge.

Food pairings

Fresh oysters, smoked salmon, creamy cheeses and lightly grilled seafood. Its crisp acidity and fine mousse also complement sushi, chicken terrine and delicate canapés, while the subtle brioche character works alongside mushroom risotto or buttery pastry-based starters.

Technical sheet

The wine

Vintage: 2024
Appellation: WO Cape Town
Colour: White
Grape varieties: 62% Chardonnay, 38% Pinot Noir
Alcohol: 12.75 %
Sugar: Brut
Winemaking and ageing: A classic blend of 62% Chardonnay and 38% Pinot Noir. Whole-bunch pressed. After settling and racking, the juice is inoculated and fermented in stainless steel tanks, where it also undergoes malolactic fermentation. The base wine is filtered and bottled with the liqueur de tirage, a mixture of yeast and sugar that allows the second fermentation in bottle. Aged on the lees in bottle for 20 months before disgorgement. 2024 vintage: an earlier harvest than usual owing to warmer weather, and high quality grapes. The wet, cool winter of 2023 had favoured vine dormancy and replenished soil moisture, setting the vineyards up for a strong growing season. Residual sugar: 4.5 g/l. Total acidity: 6 g/l. pH: 3.19.