2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.72%
Residual Sugar 7.3 g/L
pH 3.36
Total Acidity 5.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir100%
Region Durbanville
Dosage 7.3 g/L
Base Wine Years 2022
Production Details 100% Pinot Noir from the western slope of the Tygerberg hill on De Grendel. Made using traditional Cap Classique method. Base wine aged 120 days on full lees followed by 30 months in bottle. Fine and persistent mousse with bone-dry character.
Tasting Notes
Nose: ripe blueberries, tart cherry, spice, oyster shell, fresh lavender
Palate: strawberry coulis, black cherry, firm acidity, creamy texture, subtly effervescent
Food Pairing fresh seafood, oysters, seared scallops, sushi, duck breast with berry glaze, smoked salmon canapés, goat cheese and beet salad, delicate vegetable tart, strawberry shortcake, macarons
Producer Information
Website
Address
Plattekloof Road, Panorama, Cape Town, 7500, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0) 21 558 6280
Email
Owner
Sir David Graaff
Cellarmaster
Charles Hopkins