2024 Krone Borealis Brut

The making of vintage-only Krone Cap Classique is directed by nature: from soil to vine to bottle. The site-specific rocky soils of Tulbagh are like nowhere else in the Cape Winelands. Family-owned, the Rands family purchased the farm in 2012. Brother and sister, Svend and Abigail are involved intimately in all aspects of the estate, from vineyard plantings to marketing. Cellarmaster Rudiger Gretschel leads the winemaking division, a renowned Cape winemaker he pours his considerable knowledge into both the viticulture as well as the vinification, working seamlessly alongside Cap Classique specialist and head winemaker Stephan de Beer.

The classic grape varieties of pinot noir and chardonnay are harvested in the cool of the night. Krone Borealis Cuvée Brut is bottle-fermented and then matures on the lees in their underground cellar.

Tasting note:   Bright straw gold with a fine, persistent mousse. Aromas of lemon peel, lime, green apple and pineapple are complemented by delicate biscuit and pastry notes from lees ageing. The palate is fresh and lively, with flavours of yellow apple, citrus and subtle salted caramel. Creamy in texture yet crisp and refreshing, finishing long, clean and balanced.

Food match:  The structure lends salmon with crispy skin, rolled porchetta and duck.