COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Anthonij Rupert Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Anthonij Rupert L'Ormarins Brut Classique Cap Classique is a South African sparkling wine produced by Anthonij Rupert Wines. It is a Non-Vintage (NV) Méthode Cap Classique, a designation for wines made using the traditional method. The blend primarily consists of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with grapes sourced from various vineyard sites across the Western Cape region. The producer, Anthonij Rupert Wines, is known for its commitment to quality and excellence, building upon the legacy established by Anthonij Rupert and continued by his brother, Johann Rupert. The wine's unique character is shaped by its origin in the diverse terroirs of the Western Cape.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€16
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
South Africa's 'Méthode Cap Classique' is the local term for the traditional method of sparkling wine production.
Fact 02
Grapes are sourced from diverse Western Cape sites like Elandskloof and Darling.
Fact 03
The wine spends 2-3 years aging on its lees before release.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Anthonij Rupert L'Ormarins Brut Classique Cap Classique is produced using the Méthode Cap Classique, South Africa's term for the traditional method of sparkling wine production. The process begins with whole-bunch pressing of the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, followed by separate primary fermentation of the juices. The wine is then assembled and undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle, a crucial step for developing its characteristic effervescence and complexity. Following this, the wine is aged in the bottle on its lees for a period of 2 to 3 years. After disgorgement, it is typically aged for an additional three months before release, ensuring a refined and integrated final product.
