Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Western Cape 2009 86 Points
Clear, bright pale straw with coppery reflection, medium concentration, low plus viscosity, consistent fine bubbles no evidence of sediment.
Clean, low intensity, rather austere (probably just disgorged) with delicate note of yellow apples, lime and fleshy cling peach, hints of clay and quartz minerality evident, delicate subtle oaking
Dry to off dry, medium plus acidity, low plus alcohol, new flavours of green lemon and medium finish, low complexity.
Perfect as an aperitif or with BBQ/ Braai skewers of Gurnard (SASSI GREEN LIST!) Prawn, organic green pepper & onions, tomato wrapped in bacon, serve with a passion fruit /lemon / mustard MCC dressing.
Served at 8 degrees Celsius now until 2017
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