The 2018 Anna Christina MCC is a limited edition of 100% Chardonnay named after the eldest daughter of Antonie Vlotman, a well-known Stellenbosch wine pioneer. The premium Méthode Cap Classique is the latest addition to the Sense of Place collection—Stellenbosch Hills’ flagship range that highlights the terroir of its Stellenbosch vineyards.
The lively new wine celebrates the winery’s heritage and lineage of excellence. Enticingly elegant, the wine shows aromas of fresh Granny Smith apples and citrus blossoms with a nutty yeastiness on the nose. Crisp acidity tingles the well-balanced palate while a delicate mousse delivers a satisfying, mouth-filling explosion of bubbles with every sip.
The Sense of Place range also features a 2017 wooded Chenin Blanc titled Kastanjeberg and a Cape Blend, Suikerboschrand 2015.
Winemaker James Ochse says there are few better ways to celebrate a prestige range in the heartland of South African MCC. "Stellenbosch is the birthplace of Cap Classique and some of the most awarded bubblies hail from our region," he says, adding that Chardonnay is one of three main varieties used for the making of champagne.
"The focus on this single vineyard means only a very small volume could be produced. The Chardonnay we used hails from the producer farm whose fruit is reserved exclusively for our top-end wine ranges.”"We are very proud of this wine. The 2018 has all the attributes to gain in richness and complexity for four to six years," says James.
It should be enjoyed chilled and pairs beautifully with fresh oysters or pâté. The 2018 Anna Christina MCC is available from the cellar door and exclusive wine retailers for around R195 per bottle. It is also on the wine lists of leading restaurants.
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