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Simonsig KAAPSE VONKEL Cap Classique Sparkling Brut RSA |
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Where it's from:
South Africa
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£63.34
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6 x 75 cl |
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Dry Sparkling |
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In 1971, Kaapse Vonkel was the first sparkling wine in South Africa made according to the 'Methode champenoise'. This traditional way of making sparkling wine is now now as ''Methode Cap Classique'' in South Africa. Kaapse Vonkel is made with the premium red and white grapes, and is matured on the lees, in its bottle, for three years, before it's ready for release. (6 x 75 cl)
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South Africa |
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Simonsig |
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Simonsig KAAPSE VONKEL Cap Classique Sparkling Brut RSA
Description: The grapes for Kaapse Vonkel are picked early in the harvest to retain the natural acidity and low pH levels. Whole bunch pressing yields the most delicate flavours for the cuvee. The pale straw colour shows that the Kaapse Vonkel 1995 is made from the most gently pressed grapes and very little extraction from the skin occurs. The colour is still fresh and youthful and the nose shows ripe red grape fruit flavours and a yeasty bouquet of freshly baked bread. The mousse is extremely fine and creamy on the palate and it helps to bring out the delicious biscuity flavours. Three years of development has added depth and complexity which will proceed over time. The style is full with firm structure and weight on the palate and a clean Brut finish. www.simonsig.co.za (4 x 1.5 Litres)
Price: £82.71
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Simonsig TIARA Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Petit Verdot Stellenbosch RSA
Description: This is the flagship red wine of Simonsig and reflects the best quality the vintage has delivered. The first Tiata was made in 1990 and upon release in 1992 it was an instant hit being chosen by the Wine of the Month Club as Wine of the Year. Every vintage of the Simonsig Tiara has won either a Veritas Gold or Double Gold. The 1997 is the first vintage that has Petit Verdot included in the blend. Gold Veritas Award. www.simonsig.co.za (6 x 75 cl)
Price: £76.53
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Bon Cap Cabernet Sauvignon Robertson RSA
Description: Bon Cap Cabernet Sauvignon Robertson RSA by Bon Cap
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Bon Cap Chardonnay Robertson RSA
Description: Bon Cap Chardonnay Robertson RSA by Bon Cap
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Simonsig Chenin Blanc Stellenbosch RSA
Description: Simonsig Chenin Blanc is one of the original three wines released by Frans Malan in 1968. The 1999 vintage follows in the same sun ripened style of the previous vintages although not as big as 1998. Fresh flowery bouquet with hints of honey and sun dried pears and apricots so typical of late harvested Chenin. Ripe and mouth filling on the palate with a fresh acidity that lingers refreshingly. Silver at the 1999 Veritas Awards. www.simonsig.co.za (12 x 75 cl)
Price: £76.51
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Simonsig Chardonnay Stellenbosch RSA
Description: 8 months in French Oak barriques. 40% new oak. 25% Malolactic fermentation. Simonsig Chardonnay was one of the first Chardonnays produced in South Africa. This year the 1997 won a Gold Medal at the London International Wine Challenge and the 1998 a Bronze Medal at the Chardonnay du Monde in France. At a recent tasting of the Wine of the Month Club the 1998 came in the Top 6 out of the 71 Chardonnays tasted. This is very encouraging as the 1998 is still young and still developing. www.simonsig.co.za (12 x 75 cl)
Price: £103.05
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Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon Stellenbosch RSA
Description: Simonsig has been producing Cabernet Sauvignon since 1976 and achieved early success when the 1997 vintage won the General Smuts Trophy after being judged as the Champion Wine of South Africa. Since these days we planted a lot more Cabernet especially on deep decomposed granite and shale soils that are well known for bearing low yield, high quality grapes. A deep purple red colour with brick edges. The intense nose of red berries, blackcurrant and carnations, enhanced by subtle wood flavours gives the wine great complexity. Soft tannins and a long aftertaste emphasise the potential of this vintage. www.simonsig.co.za (6 x 75 cl)
Price: £63.86
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Simonsig Pinotage Stellenbosch RSA
Description: It was a fairly dry winter with 529mm of rain which is about 20% below average. The growing season started early and we expected a very early harvest. This was exacerbated by very hot conditions during harvest which resulted in high sugars. Due to these hot conditions we harvested very healthy grapes as there were no problems with viticultural diseases during the growing period. The size of the crop was about 10% below average and the average yield was 8.5 ton/ha. Exceptionally ripe grapes were picked and the wines all show very dark colours, succulent fruit and soft ripe tannins. This Pinotage has a deep dark purple colour. Typical for this warm vintage, the deep plummy fruit is well supported by concentrated raspberries and banana flavours. Soft tannins combined with a well balanced acidity makes this wine accessible at a young age but will also ensure a long maturation potential. Silver Award at the 1999 Veritas Awards. www.simonsig.co.za (12 x 75 cl)
Price: £103.05
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Simonsig Shiraz Stellenbosch RSA
Description: 17 months in small oak and about 35% in big wood. Small oak, mostly French with 11% American oak. Very light egg white fining before bottling. The oldest Shiraz vineyards on the Estate were planted in 1973 and the yields are sometimes as low as 4 tons per hectare. In 1993 a new planting program was started for Shiraz and only the best available clones were planted. These clones are all virus free and come from South Africa, France and Argentina. The new clones ripen earlier with high sugar levels and an abundance of colour. The yields are also higher and a green harvest was done just prior to veraison. Garnet red colour. The nose shows pepper and fynbos or dried protea flavours with toasty vanilla oak sweetness. Spicy complexity with lively fruit lies gently on the palate and a soft tannin structure rounds of this medium bodied Shiraz. Silver award at the 1999 Veritas Awards. www.simonsig.co.za (12 x 75 cl)
Price: £120.75
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