Morgenhof Estate Simonsberg-Stellenbosch Brut 2006 85 Points

Morgenhof Estate Simonsberg-Stellenbosch Brut 2006 85 Points


Clear, bright, pale straw with yelloe green reflections, medium concentration and medium viscosity, consistent bubbles, but fairly coarse for a Methode Cap Classique, no sediment.

Clean, with medium plus intensity, burnt citrus zest, honey, biscuity, complex toast, grilled hazelnut, pistacchio, earthy and complex leesy note with hints of spicy oak (24 months on lees, prior to degorgement)
Dry with medium plus acidity, low plus alcohol, new flavours of baked Golden Delicious apples, lime and crusty wood fired bread, hints of vanilla and ripe peaches, medium lenght and medium complexity.

Blend of 60% Chardonnay & 40% Pinot Noir, 100% Simonsberg-Stellenbosch origin, served at 8 degrees celsius paired perfectly with a hake & chicken spring rolls filled with Shiitake mushroom, bamboo shoots, red onions, coriander & crunchy carrots.

Now until 2015 if cellared under optimum condition (have reservation on the bubbles coarseness!)