Description
The NV Colmant Cap Classique Blanc de Blancs is a fine expression of Chardonnay, made from selected vineyards in Franschhoek, Elgin, Hemel-en-Aarde, and Robertson. With 15% of the base wine barrel fermented and 20% from the previous year’s harvest, this sparkling wine undergoes 45 to 48 months of maturation on the lees. It is elegant, fresh, and finely crafted, and can be enjoyed now or over the next four to five years.
Platter Wine Guide 2024: 94/100
Tim Atkin’s SA Wine Review 2023: 92/100
Food pairing: Oysters, lobster, fresh seafood, and light salads.
Reviews
JancisRobinson.com 16.5
Full bottle 1,660 g. 100% Chardonnay. 45 months sur lattes. Disgorged 5 November 2024. Elegant and understated, loose but well tailored, like a white linen shirt, long, collared, untucked. Just enough flow, just enough drift, just enough seam, just enough structure. Lemon blossom on the finish. [Tamlyn Currin, 11/06/2024]
Anticipated maturity: 2025-2027
Greg Sherwood 94
"The latest degorgement of the Colmant Blanc de Blancs shows a bright, radiant lemon-yellow glow and exhibits fresh, spicy aromas of buttered glazed brioche, apple strudel, white citrus, brine, crushed granite with generous nutty layers of grilled hazelnuts and salted pistachios. The autolytic characters of biscuit and freshly baked baguette follow to the crisp, structured stone fruit laden palate that shows fine definition and tension supported by salty, fresh tangy acids followed by a long, mineral penetrating finish. This beautiful Cap Classique expression made from pure Chardonnay grapes was matured for 45 months on its fine lees to ensure the attractive toasty brioche and vanilla pod characters are tightly interwoven and seamlessly integrated with the richer nutty citrus elements that caress the palate with a full creamy mousse. Chiselled and tight knit without being austere, this is the eternal charm of pure classically weighted Chardonnay Blanc de Blancs and part of Colmant s secret that makes this wine an instant sell out release every year. A benchmark Cap Classique that will appeal to the novice and connoisseur alike. Drink now and over the next 3 to 5+ years. (94+/100 Greg Sherwood MW)" [Greg Sherwood, 01/03/2023]
Producer Profile
INTRODUCTION
A tender touch to Colmant’s alluring blend.
While Chardonnay makes up 25% of the blend, Pinot Noir leads the dance with 75%. A portion (10%) of the Pinot Noir is macerated on the skins to give the Brut Rosé its colour and signature red berry aroma and flavour. The Chardonnay contributes vivacity, finesse and harmonious elegance. 15% of the base wine is barrel fermented and there is a 15% reserve wine portion blended in. Maturation time on lees is 24 months minimum.
Colmant Brut Rosé is seductively appealing in its signature lively freshness and delectable flavour.
CELLAR INFORMATION
A demonstration of true alchemy occurs in the creation of this wine, requiring unique procedures of blending and red-winemaking. 75% of this blend comes from Pinot Noir grapes, 10 % of which underwent a soak-on- the-skins maceration process, giving our Brut Rosé its colour, its unique red fruit aromas, and its vivacious qualities. The remaining 25% of Chardonnay grapes assist in creating a perfect harmony, adding finesse and elegance to the blend. 15% of the wines used are reserve wines from previous vintages and 15 % of the base wine underwent a french oak barrel fermentation.
