COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Simonsig Estate
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Simonsig Estate Cuvée Royale Blanc de Blancs 2021 is a South African sparkling wine from Stellenbosch, made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. It is produced using the traditional Méthode Cap Classique. Simonsig Estate, established in 1971 by Frans Malan, is a pioneering winery in South Africa, recognized for its family ownership and commitment to quality. The Stellenbosch region provides an ideal environment for cultivating Chardonnay for this prestige cuvée, which is only produced in select vintages.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pioneered South Africa's first Méthode Cap Classique.
Fact 02
Made only in suitable vintages from top Chardonnay grapes.
Fact 03
Family-owned and managed for over 50 years.
Fact 04
Vegan-friendly wine production.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Cuvée Royale Blanc de Blancs 2021 is produced using the traditional Méthode Cap Classique, South Africa's version of the classic method for sparkling wine. This involves a secondary fermentation in the bottle, followed by extended aging on lees. The 2021 vintage benefited from favorable weather conditions in the Stellenbosch region, allowing for a carefully managed harvest of Chardonnay grapes. Simonsig Estate, a family-run winery, is known for its pioneering role in establishing this winemaking technique in the country and its commitment to sustainable practices.
