Where to Buy South African Sparkling Wine

Where to Buy South African Sparkling Wine

South Africa produces some fantastic sparkling wines from their picturesque vineyards, backdropped against the stunning landscapes. If you’re after something a little different, it’s definitely worth a try. Methode Cap Classiques (MCC) are  premium South African sparkling wines mostly made using the traditional method.  Sauvignon blanc and Chenin blanc grapes are used and increasingly Pinot…

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Pierre Jourdan Brut

After blending, the base wine undergoes the traditional second fermentation inside the bottle which yields the beautiful lively bubbles in the glass. Tasting Notes: Fresh and crisp yet complex and rewarding on the palate. The “lime” characteristics of the Chardonnay are leading and are well backed by the complexity of Pinot Noir. Serve with: Pierre…

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Pierre Jourdan Cap Classique

In the Franschhoek Mountains of South Africa, Haute Cabrière – The Home of Pierre Jourdan Cap Classique – is one of Franschhoek’s most exquisite food and wine destinations, where visitors get to experience a deep passion for wine, a culture of wine pairing and the art of sabrage. Chairman Achim von Arnim is certainly a pioneer in…

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Pierre Jourdan Belle Rosé

The Belle Rosé derives its name “beautiful rose” from the elegant blush colour, achieved by carbonic maceration of the base wine. This extracts the elegant colour and the flavours of the Pinot Noir, but not the harsh tannins. The base wine then undergoes the traditional second fermentation inside the bottle which yields the beautiful lively bubbles…

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