Deetlefs Brut 2022 (White Pinotage Cap Classique)
Cap Classique
Description
Deetlefs Wine Estate, one of the oldest family-owned wineries in South Africa, sits in the Breedekloof Valley where warm days and cooling mountain breezes help grapes retain freshness while achieving full ripeness. This balance is key to their Cap Classique wines. The estate is known for its practical, hands-on approach - combining generational knowledge with modern cellar techniques. Their use of Pinotage for a white Cap Classique reflects both regional identity and a willingness to explore the grape’s versatility. Careful pressing limits colour extraction, while traditional bottle fermentation brings texture and finesse.
Colour:
Pale straw with a fine, persistent mousse.
Nose:
Fresh apple and pear lead, followed by hints of citrus blossom and a light biscuit note from lees ageing. A subtle red berry nuance lingers in the background, a nod to its Pinotage origin.
Palate:
Crisp and lively, with bright acidity carrying flavours of green apple, lemon zest, and delicate stone fruit. The texture is smooth rather than sharp, with a gentle creaminess from time on the lees.
Finish:
Clean and refreshing, with lingering citrus and a faint savoury edge.
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Deetlefs Brut 2022 (White Pinotage Cap Classique)
- Food Pairing : Deetlefs Brut 2022 (White Pinotage Cap Classique) works well with fresh, lightly prepared dishes where its acidity can lift the flavours. Try it with West Coast oysters or grilled line fish, where the citrus edge complements natural salinity. It also pairs comfortably with chicken salads, sushi, or creamy goat’s cheese — the fine mousse and freshness cut through richness without overwhelming delicate flavours. For something local, it’s an easy match with snoek pâté or lightly spiced Cape Malay dishes, where its brightness keeps the palate refreshed.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: Drink now to 3 years from vintage.
- Vintage: 2022
- Region: Breedekloof, Western Cape
- Medals Won: Distinguished as the world's only white Pinotage MCC.
- Sugar Content: 7-9g/L
- Alcohol Content: 12%
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
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Replacements:
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