{"product_id":"le-lude-madame-brut-nature-blanc-de-blancs-millesime-2016","title":"Le Lude Madàme Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs Millésime 2016","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eVintage Cap Classique | 100% Chardonnay | 95 Points – Tim Atkin MW\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Le Lude Madàme Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs Millésime 2016 is one of Le Lude’s prestige Cap Classiques and a serious expression of just how far South African traditional-method sparkling wine has come. Produced exclusively from 100% Chardonnay from the 2016 vintage, Madàme is made only from the finest first pressing and undergoes exceptionally long maturation before release. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit is sourced from selected vineyards in Franschhoek and Robertson, with each component handled separately to preserve its individual terroir. Only the delicate first juice from pressing is selected for Madàme, with fermentation taking place predominantly in stainless steel alongside a small proportion in seasoned French oak barrels. Malolactic fermentation is deliberately prevented, retaining the striking acidity and linear structure required for extended bottle ageing. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature, however, is time. The wine undergoes secondary fermentation in bottle followed by extraordinarily long lees maturation – the current technical information lists 90 months sur latte, with Le Lude describing Madàme as spending a minimum of around nine years undisturbed in its underground cellars depending on release timing. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an exceptionally refined Blanc de Blancs balancing youthful citrus and mineral freshness with the almond, brioche and textural complexity created by extended lees ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour: \u003c\/strong\u003eBright pale gold with an exceptionally fine, persistent mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose: \u003c\/strong\u003ePrecise and elegant, opening with fresh nartjie and lemon, followed by delicate white fruit and citrus blossom. Extended lees ageing introduces sophisticated notes of almond and subtle brioche, adding depth without overwhelming the purity of the Chardonnay. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eElegant and light on entry, with vibrant citrus fruit and tightly focused acidity. The palate gradually builds in richness and texture, revealing almond, delicate pastry and mineral nuances alongside an exceptionally fine mousse. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003eLong, intense and beautifully precise, with persistent citrus freshness, fine minerality and subtle lees-derived complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2016 Madàme has received outstanding critical recognition, making its accolades well worth highlighting on the product page:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e95 Points – Tim Atkin MW, South Africa Special Report 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTim Atkin's 95-point rating marked the second consecutive year that a Madàme release achieved 95 points. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Le Lude\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuvée:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madàme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanc de Blancs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brut Nature Vintage Cap Classique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Franschhoek \u0026amp; Robertson, Western Cape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand harvested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle pressing; only first juice selected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Fermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly stainless steel with a small component in 3rd- and 4th-fill French oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalolactic Fermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevented\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary Fermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e In bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLees Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 months listed for this release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.69% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.6 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.29 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.03\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Le Lude","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":45400834539543,"sku":null,"price":899.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3026\/9496\/files\/Doubleshotextralargemixedselectoin_27.jpg?v=1786542831","url":"https:\/\/mothercityliquor.co.za\/it\/products\/le-lude-madame-brut-nature-blanc-de-blancs-millesime-2016","provider":"Mothercity Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}