Malherbe Family Wines Jessica Cap Classique 2017
Cap Classique
Description
Malherbe Family Wines traces its roots back to deep family history in the Stellenbosch winelands, a region synonymous with South African wine heritage. The Malherbe family has been connected with the land and cellar work for decades, combining time-honoured practices with pragmatic innovation focused on honest, expressive wines. Their sparkling offering, Jessica Cap Classique, reflects that ethos: traditional Méthode Cap Classique crafted with attention to vineyard fruit quality and meticulous bottle fermentation.
Stellenbosch’s warm sunshine moderated by cooling breezes and varied soils - from gravelly hillsides to well-drained alluvium - provides ideal conditions for the classic Champagne varietals Chardonnay and Pinot Noir used in this Cap Classique. The blend’s genesis here speaks to the region’s ability to support both vibrant acidity and nuanced fruit character, making it a fitting place for a handcrafted sparkling wine that honours both family heritage and local terroir.
Colour: Pale gold with a gentle sheen and a steady, fine bead in the glass - a sign of patient secondary fermentation and ageing.
Nose: Toasty brioche and light pastry aromas framed by lemon blossom and soft orchard fruit notes, with subtle hints of red berry from the Pinot Noir component.
Palate: Dry yet rounded, with lemon zest, white peach and a touch of red apple on entry. Yeasty complexity from extended lees ageing adds creaminess and depth, balancing vibrant citrus acidity.
Finish: Long and polished, finishing with gentle citrus and biscuit nuances that linger thoughtfully on the palate.
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Malherbe Family Wines Jessica Cap Classique 2017
- Food Pairing : This mature Cap Classique pairs beautifully with celebratory fare and dishes that benefit from bright acidity and textural richness. Think lemon-and-herb cured Atlantic salmon canapés, fresh oysters on the half-shell with citrus mignonette, or creamy chicken vol-au-vents that echo the wine’s brioche notes. The wine’s dry, zesty character also works wonderfully with light pastas dressed in garlic and olive oil, or a classic Waldorf salad — the citrus and fine bubbles refreshing the palate with every bite.
- Drink before: Can continue to develop in bottle for another 1–3 years if stored well.
- Vintage: 2017
- Manufacturer: Wine-of-the-Month Club
- Region: Stellenbosch
- Star Rating: Wine-of-the-Month Club’s Panel Rating: 3 Stars
- Grapes used to make this wine were grown in: From gravelly hillsides to well-drained alluvium.
- Alcohol Content: 12.5%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
R99 Nationwide
Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
Our Guarantee:
We guarantee a full credit on the cost of the wine, no questions asked, and we will also collect the remainder of any pack and refund you in full if you are unhappy with the quality, the service or any aspect of Wine-of-the-Month Club.
Replacements:
In the unlikely event that there is a broken bottle in your case, please tell us immediately and we will credit your account. We reserve the right to substitute product if stock runs out, to the same or higher value of the stock.
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