{"product_id":"simonsig-kaapse-vonkel-cap-classique-brut-2023","title":"Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Cap Classique Brut 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Méthode Cap Classique is a highly prestigious South African sparkling wine, recognised as the first Cap Classique of the region. This \u003cstrong\u003eBrut\u003c\/strong\u003e is crafted from a refined blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, produced according to the principles of the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bouquet opens with fragrant notes of fresh apple, white peach and citrus blossom. On the palate, it reveals a vibrant freshness accompanied by hints of lemon and raspberry, enriched by a \u003cstrong\u003eyeasty complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e reminiscent of brioche. The finish is harmonious, characterised by a lingering minerality and a silky texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine hails from \u003cstrong\u003eStellenbosch\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most celebrated wine regions of the Western Cape. The vineyards tended by Simonsig are rooted in soils rich in sandstone, granite and slate, which impart a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003emineral character\u003c\/strong\u003e to the glass. The terroir shapes a style based on the balance between fruit purity and a marked natural acidity. The result of the Malan family's vision, this label embodies the excellence of \u003cstrong\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/strong\u003e, standing as a cornerstone for the country's entire sparkling wine production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with hand harvesting of the grapes and gentle whole-bunch pressing. The must ferments in stainless steel tanks with the use of selected yeasts. To add structure without overpowering the delicate aromas, the Chardonnay is partially aged in old \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. Malolactic fermentation is not carried out to preserve the wine's acidic tension. The wine then follows the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e protocol, with secondary fermentation in the bottle and slow \u003cstrong\u003ematuration on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fundamental process for developing a fine and elegant mousse. The entire production cycle follows careful organic practices.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from the passion of the Malan family, the \u003cstrong\u003eKaapse Vonkel Brut 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e from Simonsig is a winemaking masterpiece, renowned for being the first to introduce the \u003cstrong\u003eSouth African Cap Classique Method\u003c\/strong\u003e. The extended maturation on the lees in the bottle gives this sparkling wine from Stellenbosch exceptional depth, revealing elegant aromas of apple, white peach and citrus blossom. On the palate, it offers a lively mineral freshness, intertwined with complex nuances of brioche. An absolute icon of balance and refinement, appreciated for its \u003cstrong\u003eextraordinary value for money\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simonsig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45768032256171,"sku":"58830","price":199.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/simonsig-kaapse-vonkel-cap-classique-brut-2023_58830_1_3a3abb23-d98e-4a60-8178-fb3122797185.webp?v=1773787784","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-hk\/products\/simonsig-kaapse-vonkel-cap-classique-brut-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}