Benguela Cove Brut MCC Cuvée’58

Benguela Cove Cuvée58 Brut Méthode Cap Classique

Winemaking

Bestowed with all the privileges of the cool Walker Bay, Sauvignon Blanc steals the spotlight in this blend. Nudged by the lagoon, with vistas of the Atlantic Ocean, the vineyards enjoy cool daytime temperatures that drop even further at night. A beneficial diurnal range aids in even ripening and complexity while maritime winds encourage healthy vines with minimal intervention. Grapes were hand-harvested in the crisp morning and carefully hand sorted. Whole bunch fermented and pressed, only free run juice was used to insure the best quality. A partial malolactic fermentation (60%) was done to soften the acidity but to still preserve freshness and genteel aromas. After blending and bottling, a secondary fermentation was induced to initiate that fine bubbles Méthode Cap Classique is celebrated for. Time on lees: 12 months

Tasting Notes

This Cap Classique opens with bright citrus and green apple on the nose, complemented by subtle hints of toasted brioche and almonds. The palate is crisp and lively, featuring fine mousse that enhances the wine’s freshness. A clean, persistent finish rounds out the experience, making it an elegant sparkling wine perfect for celebrations and refined dining moments.

Analysis

Alcohol: 12.0 %
Residual Sugar: 8.8 g/l
Total Acidity: 7.0 g/l
pH: 3.0
Wine of Origin: Walker Bay

Personality

A delicate MCC showcasing a good balance between primary fruit and complexity gained by doing bottle secondary fermentation in bottle. With the long lasting palate and strong aroma, it dazzlingly expresses its distinct personality. There is MCC, and then there is Cuvée58…let’s celebrate. With a name that celebrates the facets of a diamond, Sauvignon Blanc was a clear-cut choice to shine in this refreshing MCC. Reflecting the precision that both the diamond cutter and the winemaker apply to their craft, this wine is light yet luminous with enough gravitas to pour on any celebratory occasion.