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- White Champagne & Sparkling
- South Africa
- Western Cape
- Suitable for Vegans
| Size | 75cl |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2023 |
| ABV | 12% |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Sub-Region | Stellenbosch |
| Main Grape | Chenin Blanc (100%) |
| Expression | Sparkling & Champagne |
Tasting note
Ken Forrester has a superb reputation for Chenin Blanc, and this first sparkling wine in the classic tradition is no exception. It has a creamy and delicate mousse while maintaining bright, fresh apple, pear and quince aromas.
Viticulture
A carefully selected cool vineyard site allows the grapes to mature while maintaining the all important refreshing acidity. Grown in Stellenbosch, on the Helderberg mountain range. Soil is Clovelly (deep yellow sand) and is mature unirrigated vineyards with controlled yields.
Vinification
Made by the Cap Classique (traditional method), aged for 18 months on lees to develop creaminess and delicate mousse while still maintaining bright freshness. From mature, unirrigated vineyards, planted 1975, on Clovelly soil (deep yellow sand). Location: Helderberg, Stellenbosch.
Food Match
An ideal bubbly to celebrate with and equally at home with light creamy chicken and fish dishes.
| Closure | Diam | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Suitable for | Vegans Vegetarians | ||
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| pH | 3.16 | ||
| Total Acidity | 7.5g/l Tartaric | ||
| Residual Sugar | 3.8g/l | ||
| Allergens | Sulphur | ||
| SKU Code | E7776123 |