The Eikendal Méthode Cap Classique is produced in very small quantities. On the nose, it seduces with citrus and lime notes, peaches and a fresh minerality. The slow fermentation creates a very fine and pleasant perlage on the palate.
 
Growing region:
Stellenbosch
Winemaker:
Aldert Nieuwoudt
Grape variety:
100 % Chardonnay
Alcohol:
12 %
Acidity:
5.7 g/l
Residual sweetness:
1.2 g/l
Cap type:
Garaffe
Vinification:
Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at around 12º C, using only naturally occurring wild yeasts. After fermentation, the base wine remained on the coarse lees for six months. The wine was then bottled for secondary fermentation and matured for two years on the lees in the bottle before being riddled, disgorged and finally bottled.
Goes well with:
Salad with pear, goat's cheese and walnuts, oysters, oven-baked brie with raspberries or mushrooms stuffed with gorgonzola.
 
Description:
Eikendal MCC
Ingredients:
Wine
Allergens:
Contains sulphites
Net quantity:
0,75 l
Importer:
Vin Africa Barbara Lehr e.K., Beethovenstr. 3/13, D-69168 Wiesloch
Country of origin:
South Africa