Simonsig
Methode Cap Classique Cuvee Royale Blanc de Blancs 2017
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | South Africa (South Africa) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Bottled to complete the second fermentation in the bottle and matured on the lees for at least 3 years. |
Description
What kind of wine is it
Simonsig Cuvee Royale Blanc de Blancs is a Traditional Method Brut sparkling wine, designed to enhance the unique characteristics of its grape variety: Chardonnay. In the glass, it reveals a pale straw colour and a fine, persistent perlage. The aromatic profile expresses scents of lemon blossom and apple, enriched by elegant notes of hazelnut, brioche, and freshly baked bread. On the palate, it stands out for its pronounced minerality and lively freshness, which ensure its persistence. It is ideal paired with light starters, shellfish, and dishes based on lean fish.
Where does it come from
This sparkling wine originates from Stellenbosch, a renowned South African wine district historically dedicated to the production of quality sparkling wines. The vines take root in soils ideal for cultivating Chardonnay. The Simonsig winery carries out a rigorous manual selection in the vineyard, harvesting only the healthiest bunches. The influence of the local climate gives the grapes a marked acid tension, an essential element to support the wine's ageing potential and stylistic precision over time.
How is it produced
The production of Simonsig Cuvee Royale Blanc de Blancs follows the prestigious Traditional Method, known in South Africa as Cap Classique. After gentle whole-bunch pressing, the must undergoes fermentation in stainless steel, without malolactic fermentation to preserve the integrity of the citrus notes. This is followed by secondary fermentation in the bottle, with maturation on the lees for at least three years. This ageing process enriches the wine's structure, balancing the acidity with a delicate yeasty note and giving the sip remarkable depth.
History and Curiosities
The historic Simonsig winery pays tribute to the legacy of its founder Frans Malan with its Cuvée Royale Blanc de Blancs 2017. This extraordinary sparkling wine from Stellenbosch represents the highest expression of the renowned Méthode Cap Classique, maturing for at least three years on the lees. Fermented in steel tanks without malolactic fermentation to preserve its vibrant freshness, this wine offers absolute excellence, confirmed by the excellent scores from Decanter and Robert Parker.
Awards
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2017
91/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2017
90/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
These elements are intertwined in this family-owned farm, where the late Frans Malan produced the first bottle of our much-loved Kaapse Vonkel, South Africaʼs first Méthode Cap Classique made in the classic bottle-fermented style. He is also honoured for co-founding the thriving Stellenbosch Wine Route, a first in its time. Today, his legacy lives on through his sons, Francois and Johan, and grandchildren Francois-Jacques, Christelle and Michael, the 2nd and 3rd Malan generations at Simonsig Wine Estate. Read more
| Name | Simonsig Methode Cap Classique Cuvee Royale Blanc de Blancs 2017 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | South Africa |
| Vendor | Simonsig |
| Story | History and Curiosities The historic Simonsig winery pays tribute to the legacy of its founder Frans Malan with its Cuvée Royale Blanc de Blancs 2017. This extraordinary sparkling wine from Stellenbosch represents the highest expression of the renowned Méthode Cap Classique, maturing for at least three years on the lees. Fermented in steel tanks without malolactic fermentation to preserve its vibrant freshness, this wine offers absolute excellence, confirmed by the excellent scores from Decanter and Robert Parker. |
| Origin | Stellenbosch, Capo Occidentale, Sudafrica |
| Fermentation | At least 3 years |
| Production technique | Traditional method (Méthode Cap Classique, bottle fermentation) |
| Wine making | First fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and aromas, without malolactic fermentation; bottled to complete the second fermentation in the bottle (traditional method) and aged on the lees for at least 3 years; gentle whole-bunch pressing of hand-selected grapes. |
| Aging | Bottled to complete the second fermentation in the bottle and matured on the lees for at least 3 years. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |