{"product_id":"waterford-blanc-de-blancs-cap-classique-2019","title":"Waterford Blanc de Blancs Cap Classique 2019","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Waterford Blanc de Blancs Cap Classique 2019 is a prestige vintage sparkling wine produced exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grown on Waterford Estate in Stellenbosch. Crafted using the traditional bottle-fermentation method, this limited-production Blanc de Blancs is distinguished by its exceptionally long maturation period and its combination of mineral freshness with developed brioche and nutty complexity. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chardonnay comes from an estate vineyard planted on shallow gravel and white clay soils. These well-drained soils encourage deep root development and contribute the distinctive mineral backbone that runs through the finished wine. The 2019 growing season was cooler, with improved rainfall following the Cape drought years, contributing freshness and a softer, fruit-driven character. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter hand harvesting and whole-bunch pressing, only the delicate early free-run juice is selected. Following primary fermentation and eight months of initial lees ageing, the wine is bottled for secondary fermentation and then matured under crown for six years before disgorgement. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour: \u003c\/strong\u003eClassic Blanc de Blancs gold with an elegant stream of fine, pearl-like bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose: \u003c\/strong\u003eImmediately expressive with fresh brioche, followed by ripe apricot and stone fruit. As the wine opens, subtle orange rind emerges alongside more developed nutty and yeasty complexity from its prolonged bottle maturation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eRefined and beautifully textured. Apricot and ripe stone fruit are carried by a soft, integrated mousse, while bright natural acidity provides freshness and tension. Six years of yeast contact introduces layers of toasted nuts and brioche 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\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003eLong, creamy and persistent, with lingering brioche, citrus peel and nutty complexity balanced by a fresh mineral edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waterford Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWine of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stellenbosch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage Blanc de Blancs Cap Classique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waterford Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shallow gravel \u0026amp; white clay\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 Whole-bunch pressed; premium free-run juice selected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Fermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial Lees Ageing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 months before bottling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary Fermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e In bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 years under crown before disgorgement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.5% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.3 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.2 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.17\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mark le Roux\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Waterford Estate","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":45411919921175,"sku":null,"price":599.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3026\/9496\/files\/Waterford_Blanc_de_Blancs_Cap_Classique_2019.jpg?v=1786881453","url":"https:\/\/mothercityliquor.co.za\/zu\/products\/waterford-blanc-de-blancs-cap-classique-2019","provider":"Mothercity Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}