Laborie 1691 Rose

This pale blush Cap Classique shows prominent aromas of red berries, flambéed plum and pomegranate with undertones of oyster shell on the nose. The palate is seductively fresh and persistent with a lingering aftertaste of honey cake and sliced grapefruit. The mousse is fine and soft, leaving the taste buds with a tantalized sensation.

The grapes were hand harvested into bins in the cool of the morning. They were then whole-bunch pressed and only free-run juice was used for the final blend. A selected yeast strain was used for primary fermentation. A 10% portion of the Chardonnay was allowed to undergo malolactic fermentation. The wine was blended and bottled, and underwent a secondary fermentation in the bottle. This was followed by bottle maturation of approximately 24 months. Only then was it disgorged, corked and labelled.

This Cap Classique was matured on lees, in bottle, for a minimum of 12 months.

Enjoy this bubbly well chilled, on its own or with delicate seafood dishes and entrées.