Backsberg Kosher Brut MCC Chardonnay 2017

Expect a lively and extremely fine mousse with delicate fruit flavours and a leesy backbone.

Excellent to enjoy with everything from starters to desserts. A festive wine for momentous occasions.

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variety : Chardonnay [ 53% Chardonnay, 47% Pinot Noir ]

winery : Backsberg Family Wines

winemaker : Alicia Rechner

wine of origin : Paarl

analysis : alc : 11.8 % vol rs : 9.1 g/l pH : 3.3 ta : 5.8 g/l

type : Cap_Classique style : Off Dry

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Cork

AWARDS

Wine Enthusiast - 87 Points
2019 John Platter - 80 Points

ageing : Best enjoyed within 8 years

in the vineyard : Trellised VSP vines provide the optimal conditions for this delicate méthode cap classique.

about the harvest: Grapes are picked relatively early at 18.5 degree Balling.

in the cellar : They are then crushed, chilled and pressed ever so lightly. Prior to fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the juice is pasteurized. It is then allowed to settle and clear, followed by disgorging. This product is Mevushal and Kosher for Passover.
53% Chardonnay and 47% Pinot Noir

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