Technical Specifications
Alcohol 11.9%
Residual Sugar 6.5 g/L
pH 3.2
Total Acidity 6.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 100 kcal / glass
150ml glass100 kcal
750ml bottle500 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Chardonnay100%
Region Stellenbosch
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300L French oak barrels
Disgorgement Date September 2022
Production Details Waterford Cap Classique 2015 is made in the traditional French Champagne style with a second fermentation in bottle. The wine was aged 95% in stainless steel and 5% in old 300L French oak barrels. After fermentation, the bottles were left to age on the lees for a minimum of 6 years, adding depth, richness, and a very fine bubble. In September 2022, the wine was taken from ageing and corked for release. The Chardonnay fruit came from a Waterford Estate vineyard planted specifically for Cap Classique. The 2015 season saw a short winter, an extended growing season, and moderate to cool ripening conditions that produced expressive yet classically styled wines.
Tasting Notes
mineral backbone, brioche, fine bubble structure
Producer Information
Website
Address
Upper Blaauwklippen Rd, Helderberg Rural, Stellenbosch, 7600
Phone
+27 (0)21 880 5300
Cellarmaster
Mark le Roux