Description
House of Krone "Borealis" Cap Classique Vintage Cuvee Brut, Twee Jonge Gezellen, Tulbagh, Western Cape, South Africa, 2022
Grapes: A blend of 79% Chardonnay & 21% Pinot Noir, night harvested, whole bunch pressed, traditional bottle fermentation (Methode Cap Classique), 7.2g/L residual sugar, 18 months' lees ageing in bottle
Producer Tasting Note:
Mineral in nature with opening aromatics of oyster shell and sea breeze. Fresh green apples, lemon balm and white peach skate through. The fruit carries on to the palate with a fine, satiny mousse. A hint of icy berry at the core shows the exquisite harmony between the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Finely textured with a seam of clean acidity, the extended lees time (18 months) layers on autolytic biscuity intensity and promises positive evolution with time.
Family-owned, the Rands family purchased the farm in 2012. Brother and sister, Svend and Abigail are involved intimately in all aspects of the estate, from vineyard plantings to marketing. Cellarmaster Rudiger Gretschel leads the winemaking division, a renowned Cape winemaker he pours his considerable knowledge into both the viticulture as well as the vinification, working seamlessly alongside Cap Classique specialist and head winemaker Stephan de Beer.
Twee Jonge Gezellen’s vineyards run up the rocky eastern slopes of the Saronsberg Mountainin in Tulbagh, Western Cape. Cool air descending the mountain overnight allows the grapes to retain their natural acidity, which is so important for the making of elegant Cap Classique. The grapes here ripen up to two weeks earlier than in most of the Cape winelands ensuring richness of flavour without losing the fresh acidity that makes Krone Cap Classique so sought-after.
Critic's Tasting Note:
"Light straw. Smoky nose with hints of biscotti. Developed palate with dried fruit and stone fruit. Pithy on the rich aftertaste. Brown apple and sourdough finish." Drink through 2027
88/100 points, Gilbert & Gaillard (France). January 2024
Also awarded "Gold" at the Veritas Awards (South Afica) in 2023 and rated 4/5 Stars - Platter’s Wine Guide (SA), 2024
Food Pairing:
The flagship Cap Classique evokes a sense of discovery in dining—in a pure and simple way; such as mussels steamed open with seawater; with its distinct line of salinity, the Borealis elevates the oceanic. Minerals and earth; salt-baked; creamy porcini risotto. Simmering comforts of braising chicken, texture and spice.
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Additional Details
- SKU:
- SK72AW22
- Size:
- 75Cl
- Closure:
- Cork
- Drink:
- Drinking well now
- ABV:
- 11.5%
- Vintage:
- 2022
- Country:
- South Africa
- Case Deals:
- Available
- Primary Grape/Blend:
- Champagne Blend