Waterford Blanc de Blanc 2018
Cap Classique
Description
Waterford Estate sits in the Blaauwklippen Valley of Stellenbosch, a region rooted in maritime-influenced terroir and limestone-rich soils that lend both precision and minerality to its wines. Drawing on old-world inspiration with meticulous vineyard work and patient cellar craft, Waterford produces its vintage Méthode Cap Classique Blanc de Blancs with extended lees ageing - in this case, six years on the yeast in bottle - for structure, depth and complex aromatic layers. The estate’s philosophy balances respect for place with traditional technique, revealing both chalky finesse and creamy development in its premium sparklers.
Colour: Bright pale gold with a stream of very fine, persistent bubbles rising gracefully in the glass, signaling careful bottle maturation.
Nose: Aromas open with classic Cap Classique signatures - rich brioche and freshly baked bread, leading into stone fruit (yellow orchard fruit, ripe peach) and subtle citrus peel, all underpinned by a hint of mineral chalk and orange blossom.
Palate: Crisp acidity carries delicate yet layered flavours of pear and golden apple, with lees-induced notes of almond and a whisper of toast delivering texture. The mousse is fine and creamy, integrating fruit and autolytic complexity.
Finish: Long and refined, the finish shows sustained mineral verve with lingering biscuit and citrus zest - elegant, dry and poised.
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Waterford Blanc de Blanc 2018
- Food Pairing : This Blanc de Blancs Reserve Cap Classique is a superb match for fresh shellfish - think oysters with lemon or prawns with a light aioli - where its crisp acidity and brioche complexity lift the briny sweetness. It also pairs beautifully with delicate fish dishes like steamed sole or lemon-herb baked trout, where the fine bubbles and mineral backbone cut through richness without overwhelming subtle flavours. For a celebratory twist, serve it with creamy goat’s cheese canapés or a citrus-infused seafood salad to echo the wine’s citrus and orchard fruit notes.
- Drink before: Now rewarding; will continue to develop richness and texture over 5–10 years from release.
- Vintage: 2018
- Region: Stellenbosch
- Medals Won: Platter's South African Wine Guide: 5 Stars.
- Grapes used to make this wine were grown in: Limestone-rich soils.
- Sugar Content: 3.3g/L
- Alcohol Content:11.5%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
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Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
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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:
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