Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar - Simonsig

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📍 Western Cape · Chardonnay 66%, Pinot Noir 33%, Pinot Meunier 1%
Cap Classique Demi-Sec
15 months on lees
Vegan wine

Why we like it

It's a soft and generous Cap Classique, designed for those who desire a sweeter sparkling wine without sacrificing freshness. Peach, apricot, baked apple, and honey biscuit create an immediate profile, supported by a well-present acidity. We chose it for desserts and cheeses, but also as a convivial alternative to dry sparkling wines.

Wine profile

The entry is creamy, with a fine and persistent mousse. White peach and apricot open the sip, followed by baked apple and honey biscuit. The sweetness is full but balanced by a long and precise acidity. The finish is soft, fruity, and harmonious, with a slight floral note.

The winery's signature

The three varieties are hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed. The must ferments in stainless steel at 16 °C with selected yeasts. The second fermentation occurs in the bottle and the wine matures for 15 months on lees before disgorgement. A higher dosage defines the Demi-Sec style. The winemaking is declared suitable for a vegan diet.

Food pairing

Pairs with Brie, Camembert, and blue cheeses. It is suitable for desserts with orange, lemon or mango, fruit tarts, hazelnut pastries, and pralines.

Serving

Serve at 6-8 °C. Use a tulip glass, avoiding a too narrow flute.

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Technical data sheet

Cork: Cork
Alcohol: 11.5%
Residual sugar: 38.7 g/l
Total acidity: 6.5 g/l
pH: 3.08