Kleine Zalze Vintage Brut MCC 2015

An old world style sparkling wine crafted from the finest selected parcels of the traditional grape varieties Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, bottle fermented and matured for four years prior to disgorgement. Chardonnay contributes elegance whilst Pinot Noir provides intensity and richness. A subtle pale gold colour in line with a very delicate nose. A full-bodied classical style Méthode Cap Classique. Freshly baked brioche and biscotti aromas with a rich lees-creaminess and an elegant and crisp mousse.

Chardonnay 60% and Pinot Noir 40% were handpicked in the cool of the early morning. Pressing whole bunch, only the free run juices were used and separate parcels of each of the varietals were vinified in stainless steel tanks. Grapes were picked between 18-20°balling to ensure low alcohol and pH. With secondary fermentation the wine fermented and matured for 36 months on the lees in the bottle. After rémuage (turning of the bottles) the 2011 Vintage Brut was disgorged and in line a dosage was added to residual level of 4g/l.