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    TASTE AND DISCOVER

    Explore our collection of Krone Vintage-Only Cap Classique.

    Borealis Cuvée Brut, 2020

    VINTAGE CONDITIONS

    The relief from the drought that was felt in the 2019 vintage, continued into 2020 with ample natural water for the vines. An icy winter preceded the growing season, with snow-capped mountains encircling the vines for a restorative dormancy period with generous cold units on supply. At the beginning of spring we experienced an early, even budbreak. As temperatures rose towards summer, slow, uniform ripening saw an even set of the berries. Due to the diurnal conditions of the mountain slopes, the nights were cold in the growing season resulting in fine, stable acids for both the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, the cool temperatures locking in the freshness after the warmth of the day, showing a keen balance with a good malic to tartaric acid ratio. Harvest began around the second week in January and it was a seamless transition of bringing the healthy whole bunches into the cellar in the early hours of the morning, where the fruit was gently pressed.

    VINTAGE-ONLY CREATION

    Traditional grape varieties (chardonnay and pinot noir) are harvested in the cool of the night. Only the free-run juice is used for this Cap Classique: ± the first 500 litres per ton. Krone Borealis is bottle-fermented and then matures on the lees in the underground cellar.

    TASTING NOTES

    The scent of ice, cool and mineral on opening. Calling to mind the snow-capped peaks of the Saronsberg of winter 2020, the arc of mountains surrounding the vineyards of Twee Jonge Gezellen. The characteristic oyster shell of the Borealis is there, flinty and intense, alongside powdery white flowers, white peach and crisp green apples. The cooler growing conditions of this vintage resolves with a tight, energetic palate; the fruit is fresh and clean against a chalky texture; limpid peach and melon grow and evolve into glacé pineapple and a whip of lemon curd. Extended lees time (18 months) and a lower level of tirage deliver autolytic bitscuity intensity and a fine, persistent bubble, to a long, radiant finish.

    FOOD PAIRING

    Our flagship Cap Classique evokes a sense of discovery in dining—in a pure and simple way; such as mussels steamed open with seawater; with its distinct line of salinity, the Borealis elevates the oceanic.
    Minerals and earth; salt-baked; creamy porcini risotto. Simmering comforts of braising chicken, texture and spice. 

    Alcohol: 11.49% by vol, RS: 8.7/ℓ, pH: 3.28, total acid: 5.6/ℓ

    vintage Cap Classique bottle-fermented sparkling wine: 

    chardonnay 67%, pinot noir 27%, pinot blanc 6%

    Borealis Cuvée Brut, 2020

    TASTING NOTES

    The scent of ice, cool and mineral on opening. Calling to mind the snow-capped peaks of the Saronsberg of winter 2020, the arc of mountains surrounding the vineyards of Twee Jonge Gezellen. The characteristic oyster shell of the Borealis is there, flinty and intense, alongside powdery white flowers, white peach and crisp green apples. The cooler growing conditions of this vintage resolves with a tight, energetic palate; the fruit is fresh and clean against a chalky texture; limpid peach and melon grow and evolve into glacé pineapple and a whip of lemon curd. Extended lees time (18 months) and a lower level of tirage deliver autolytic bitscuity intensity and a fine, persistent bubble, to a long, radiant finish.

    FOOD PAIRING

    Our flagship Cap Classique evokes a sense of discovery in dining—in a pure and simple way; such as mussels steamed open with seawater; with its distinct line of salinity, the Borealis elevates the oceanic. Minerals and earth; salt-baked; creamy porcini risotto. Simmering comforts of braising chicken, texture and spice. 

    Alcohol: 11.49% by vol, RS: 8.7/ℓ, pH: 3.28, total acid: 5.6/ℓ

    vintage Cap Classique bottle-fermented sparkling wine: 

    chardonnay 67%, pinot noir 27%, pinot blanc 6%

    TASTING OPTIONS

    Explore, discover, taste.

    Discovery

    R70 per person

    Our commitment to the current vintage, a showcase of 2019, featuring: Krone Borealis 2019, Cuvée Brut Rosé 2019, Krone Night Nectar Demi-Sec 2019 and Night Nectar Rosé Demi-Sec 2019.

    Premium 

    R150 per person

    From site-expressive Cap Classiques to the study of time on terroir, the Premium flight consists of the Kaaimansgat Blanc de Blancs 2016, Amphora Blanc de Blancs 2017, R.D 2007. and the Night Nectar Blanc de Blancs 2018.

    Vintage-Only 
    Vertical

    R100 per person

    Through the lens of vintages past. Join us for a journey through lost summers; from older vintages to the more current of Krone Borealis 2018, 2017, 2016 & 2015. 

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