South Africa, Klein Karoo
Muscat de Frontignan
Description
De Krans Premium Moscato Perlé 2019 Background De Krans Wine Cellar is situated along the upper reaches of the picturesque Gamka River Valley near Calitzdorp. The history of the farm dates back to 1890 when the current owners’ great grandfather bought part of the first farm established in Calitzdorp, named Buffelsvallei (“Buffalo Valley”) on the edge of the municipal boundary of Calitzdorp. The first grapes were planted in 1936 mainly for the production of raisins and some sweet wine. In 1964 the present cellar was built and De Krans quickly became well-known for quality ports and Muscat sweet wines, as well as dry table wines. The current owners and winemaker now take advantage of the unique Calitzdorp terroir to produce great quality Cape ports and table wines from a whole range of interesting grape varieties. Vineyards Old low yielding vineyards planted in fertile Gamka sandy loam soils are harvested at the beginning to mid-January. Grapes are picked at low sugars to ensure maximum fruit flavours and low alcohols. Winemaking The grapes are harvested early morning to ensure cool temperatures. After the grapes are destemmed and crushed the juice is left on the skins for a short period. Cold fermented until dry, where after Muscadel juice is added to sweeten and CO2 for Perlé just before bottling. Winemaker’s comments Colour: Beautiful sunlight yellow colour with fine bubbles. Bouquet: Fresh tropical fruit flavours of litchi and apricot enhanced by a hint of muscat. Taste: Alluring freshness of tropical fruit, muscat and honey amplified with a fizzy taste and exotic spice. Food pairing Great on its own or served with fresh summer salads, cold meats or light meals. Also makes for an interesting pairing with mild curries. Chemical analysis Alcohol: 7.5 pH: 3.15 TA: 6.4 RS: 42 g/l
Awards:
2019 Double Gold Vitis Vinifera
Awards
- This wine has not yet received a recognition
Certificates
Alcohol
7.5%
Analytical data
semi-dry
Vineyard
Calitzdorp
