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Allée BleueBrut Rosé MCC 2014 (R116.50 per bottle, 6 bottles)

R699

Retail: R950
Not for sale to persons under the age of 18
About

Allée Bleue is known to be one of the oldest yet most characteristic farms in the Cape. An intimate understanding of our terroir, careful nurturing of our vineyards and meticulous care is taken in our cellar create the magic that is Allée Bleue wines. The uncompromising approach produces a range of internationally award-winning wines with a distinct character, carefully crafted to create the perfect drinking experience.

  • Origin: Franschhoek
  • Farm location: R45 Franschhoek Valley
  • Wine maker: Van Zyl du Toit
  • Grape varieties: 58 % Pinot Noir; 42 % Pinotage
  • Style of wine: Bottled fermented sparkling wine (MCC)
Winemakers notes

A fresh and lively MCC filled with flavours of strawberries, rose petals and candyfloss. The palate is clean and refreshing with great balance and zesty minerality.A great sparkling wine for those special friends and moments in life. Memories in a bottle. Apply within.

Vinification

Made in the traditional way, this wine was blended only using the cuvee (first pressing). A blend of Pinot Noir and Pinotage was used to emphasize the fruit on this Brut Rose. After bottling, the wine spent more than 18 months on the lees to develop the delicate brioche flavours that these wines are known for. Disgorgement took place in December 2016 and the wine will develop further richness on the cork. Drink now or in the next 2-3 years.

Maturation

Tank fermented and then bottle fermented and aged for more than 18 months.

Food pairing

Will pair well with bruschetta topped with fresh salmon and herby cream cheese. Sushi, tempura prawns, Norwegian Salmon Roses and Tuna Nigiri.

Technical analysis
  • Alcohol 12.6 % vol
  • Residual Sugar 8.5 gm/l
  • Total Acidity 5.5 gm/l
  • pH 3.32
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