Krone
Rosé Cuvée Brut
Sparkling Rosé from Tulbagh, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R110 nationwide
Delivery is within 1–2 business days to main centres and 3–4 business days to outlying areas.
Krone
The 300-year-old Twee Jonge Gezellen Estate in Tulbagh is the historic home of Krone, a collection of Vintage-Only, terroir-driven Cap Classiques. Twee Jonge Gezellen is tucked into the northwest corner of the Tulbagh wine region, home to the fourth oldest town in South Africa, dating back to the early 1700s. Originally, it was one of 14 farms established after 1700 when the then governor of the Cape, Willem van der Stel, motivated for an expansion beyond Cape Town into the Winterberg, Witzenberg and Roodezand area. Twee Jonge Gezellen estate became wine-producing in the 20th century and, in a continuation of the founding pioneer spirit, invented cold fermentation in the 1950s, among other firsts. A devastating earthquake rocked the region in 1969, effectively delaying the introduction of Krone Cap Classique by 20 years. The first Krone Borealis vintage (1987) was released in 1991 to much acclaim; and a new generation of Cap Classique was born.
Description
This vintage Cap Classique presents luminous red berry fruit, with layers of measured intensity led by Pinot Noir. Succulent and inviting, the extended lees time of 18 months imparts flavors of roasted hazelnuts and patisserie, tapering to a pinpoint dry finish.
Food Pairing
This versatile Cap Classique pairs well with crusty sourdough bread and camembert, as well as elegant dishes like salmon, skin crackling, porchetta, and duck, making it suitable for both casual and formal dining experiences.