Blaauwklippen Cap Classique 2022

Fresh rose petals and orange blossom notes lead to fresh fruit nuances of strawberries, cranberries, nectarines and lemons. The mousse is fine with mineral texture and a creamy brioche core. Finishes with juicy freshness and finesse.

The wine pairs well with all seafood. It is also the perfect accompaniment to enjoy at any celebration.

variety : Zinfandel [ 100% ]

winery : Blaauwklippen Vineyards

winemaker : Narina Cloete

wine of origin : Stellenbosch

analysis : alc : 11.67 % vol rs : 2.60 g/l pH : 3.09 ta : 5.70 g/l

type : Cap_Classique style : Dry body : Medium

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Cork

in the vineyard : The vineyard blocks were planted wide (2,5m x 1.4m) in 1991 & 2001 on medium potential soils namely Tukulu & Kroonstad. A seven-wire Vertical Shoot Positioning (VSP) trellis system & drip irrigation were implemented. Annual production varies between 8 to 10 tons per hectare.

about the harvest: Handpicked grapes were transported to the cellar for immediate processing.

in the cellar : Very light whole bunch pressing of the grapes ensured for optimal flavour extraction & minimal colour & phenol extraction. The juice was left to settle for 24 hours & racked to stainless steel tanks. Cold alcoholic fermentation of 2-3 weeks ensured the preservation of the wine’s delicate fruit aromas and freshness. Tirage/bottle fermentation followed. The wine was aged on lees in the bottle for 31 months before disgorgement.

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Blaauwklippen Cap Classique 2022

Zinfandel

Narina Cloete