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BRUT METHODE CAP
CLASSIQUE
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| Current Vintage |
2007 |
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| General |
This is the 3rd vintage release MCC
from Klein Constantia. The 2007 vintage is a blend of
mostly Chardonnay with approximately 13% Pinot noir
grapes.
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| Description |
Fresh pale hues with a green tinge.
Very lively in appearance. The nose shows brioche autolysis
characters with aromas of fresh apples. The palate is
rich, intensely flavoured and has a fine, persistent
bead.
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| Grape Variety |
100%
Chardonnay |
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| Wine Record |
Harvesting of grapes between 18-19
Balling in early February. Whole bunch pressing and
fermentation in 500L barrels. Barrel maturation for
12 months on gross lees. 100% Malolactic fermentation.
The wine was bottled for the second fermentation in
September 2008 and allowed to mature for 24 months before
the first degorging took place.
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| Alcohol |
11.68% |
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| Residual Sugar |
9.7 g/l |
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| pH |
3.27 |
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| Total Acid |
8.9g/l |
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| Maturation |
Whilst enjoyable on release, it will
improve well for a further 5 years from the date of
vintage.
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