Stellenbosch all-rounder Kleine Zalze wins Cap Classique Challenge

WINNER of the 2021 Amorim Cork Cap Classique Challenge: Kleine Zalze Vintage Brut 2015. South African sparkling wine made according to the traditional method made famous in Champagne, France. Stellenbosch cellar of Kobus Basson. Stellenbosch grapes: 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir. Bottle-fermented, matured for five years prior to disgorgement. R238pb ex-cellar.

This follows glowing reviews for the 2013 vintage, best in class at the Trophy Wine Show (SA), the 2010 vintage, gold medallist at the International Wine Challenge (UK), and the 2009 vintage, gold medallist at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (UK) and double gold medallist at both the Michelangelo and Veritas Awards (SA).

 

ALSO DOUBLE GOLD MEDALLISTS

Graham Beck Pinot Noir Rosé 2017
R280pb ex-cellar, Robertson

L’Ormarins Blanc de Blancs 2015
R230pb from Rupert Wines, Franschhoek

Mariëtte Chardonnay Brut 2015
R225pb from Le Belle Rebelle, Rawsonville-Breedekloof

 

 

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