Quoin Rock Festive Series Cap Classique 2022
Please note due to high demand, the Festive Series Cap Classique is currently on back-order, new stock is arriving on 16 December 2024 and will be sent out for delivery thereafter.
VINIFICATION
We focus on producing small batches of wine, as our goal is to identify exceptional batches for quality wine production. Based on the advice of our Champagne partners, our winemakers developed a specialised programme to ensure the best quality wines. For example, already in the vineyard, we would decide which sections of a block we would pick first. We always harvest our grapes as early as possible in the mornings in lug boxes. The grapes then get transported in cooled trucks before being hand-loaded in the press for whole- bunch pressing. After gentle pressing, the juice is settled overnight, and fermentation is initiated. As winemakers we strive for low pH levels and high acidity in our base wines. Fermentation takes place mainly in stainless steel tanks, with a small portion being fermented in old barrels. After fermentation, we blend the wine, and then age the wine on the lees before we prepare it for a secondary
fermentation in bottles according to the Cap Classique method.
VITICULTURE
The Chardonnay that we grow for our Festive Cap Classique comes from our Boskloof farm situated in Agulhas. On Boskloof, the Bokkeveld, Koffieklip and gravel soils as well as the cool breeze from the Atlantic Ocean contribute to the fresh and mineral character of the Festive Series. The Pinot Noir grapes are from Elim and Stellenbosch. Elim is a region that is well-known for its cool climate and soils of ancient sandstone consisting of coarse silica quartz fragments and acidic Bokkeveld shales that are predominantly iron-rich. Stellenbosch has red and yellow-brown soils that are usually associated with granite hills. It also has Hutton and Clovelly clay which helps the vines through the drier months. The vines on the Stellenbosch farms grow at an altitude of
400 m, providing enough cool air to temper the grapes.
MATURATION
Wine is left to age on its lees for our Festive Series CC for a minimum of two years before we disgorge the bottles. However, we monitor and assess the bottled CC monthly to determine how much time the specific wine must spend on its lees before we disgorge the wine. After disgorgement, we keep the wine in the cellar for a minimum of six months before we release it.
NOTES OF WINEMAKER
This Cap Classique gives you a hint of minerality before the nose develops into prominent notes of lime, pink apple, honey and biscuit. On the palate, the mousse is delicate, and the bubbles are persistent, giving you a fresh, creamy finish with enough acidity for a lingering mouthfeel.
ANALYSIS & DETAILS
Cultivar/s | Pinot Noir 77% | Chardonnay 23%
Vintage | 2022
Origin | Cape Coast
Alcohol: 11.56%
Residual sugar: 11.3g/L
Total Acidity: 8.8g/L
pH: 3.22
Craftmanship | Innovation
At Quoin Rock & Knorhoek, the fusion of meticulous craftsmanship and cutting-edge innovation is evident in every bottle we produce. By seamlessly blending traditional techniques with modern advances, we remain at the pinnacle of viticultural excellence, ensuring our wines not only honor our rich heritage but also anticipate the future of winemaking.
Passion | Experience
Our estates resonate with a deep-rooted passion for producing the finest wines, a love that's tangible in every sip and every encounter. Quoin Rock & Knorhoek is more than a destination; it's a journey into a world of premium winemaking, where each moment promises an unforgettable experience steeped in tradition, fervor, and elegance.
