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Rijks Methode Cap Classique Brut 2017

Rijk’s Cap Classique has a rich lemon colour and a delicate mousse upon pouring. It exudes freshness and pure fruit on the nose by showcasing vibrant notes of apple, lemon blossom and white pear nuances. While slow-dancing on the palate, the bubbles release flavours of lime cordial and marmalade spread on bruschetta. This Brut has a long, elegant finish that promises to lift the spirits and excite the senses.

Recommended to be served at 10°
variety : Chenin Blanc [ 67% Chenin, 33% Chardonnay ]
winemaker : Adriaan Jacobs
wine of origin : Tulbagh
analysis : alc : 12.5 % vol  rs : 6.2 g/l  pH : 3.13  ta : 6.5 g/l  
type : Cap_Classique   wooded
pack : Bottle  size : 750ml  closure : Cork  
in the vineyard : Soil: Low yielding, well drained vertical shale/schist
Average Yield: 5.9 tons/Ha
Aspect: Easterly facing slopes
about the harvest: Grapes were night harvested and picked by hand to retain flavours.
in the cellar : Grapes were whole bunch pressed in our pneumatic press on a champagne programme. 100% of the base wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks, and lay on the lees for 9 months before it was bottled. The base wine went through 100% malo-lactic fermentation before bottling. After a controlled 2nd fermentation in the bottle to create the magical sparkle, an extended 4-year period of yeast contact was given to ensure maximum development of this exceptional sparkling wine.
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Rijks Methode Cap Classique Brut 2017
Chenin Blanc
Rijks Methode Cap Classique Brut 2012
Chardonnay