Extra Brut 157

Ham Hock and Chicken Terrine served with Brioche and Pig Fat Butter.

In their pursuit of the perfect bubble, Graham Beck consistently raises the bar in terms of quality and distinction and has firmly established themselves as one of the world’s leading sparkling wine brands, devoted to quality and consistency. Since the launch of their maiden Méthode Cap Classique in 1991 these sought after, much lauded sparkling wines have not only been the celebratory toasts of international icons such as Mandela and Obama, but also garnered some of the industry’s most prestigious global accolades. Situated in the breathtaking Robertson Wine Valley (located a mere 140km from Cape Town in South Africa’s spectacular Western Cape Winelands), Graham Beck focuses on minimal intervention, allowing the authentic essence of the fruit and terroir to shine through. The unique climate of the region, combined with the rich limestone soils, produce wines which have become popular across the globe for their authenticity, versatility and elegance. At their state-of-the-art Cap Classique cellar the team crafts a range of internationally acclaimed Méthode Champenoise style wines, widely regarded as benchmarks in the industry.

This is a multi-geographical blend, marrying the astute, concentrated aromas and palate structure from the Robertson region’s fruit with the more subtle nuances and vibrant acidity from coastal regions such as Walker Bay and Darling. A true expression of the art of blending terroirs together to achieve a whole which is greater than the sum of its parts. Both varietals are hand-picked. Chardonnay is harvested at 19.5˚B to enhance the fruit-forward flavours and refined elegance of the variety. Pinot Noir is harvested 20˚B in order to maximise the complexity and length of flavour.

The Extra Brut 157 underwent an extended maturation of 157 months (13 years) on the secondary fermentation lees in the coolest parts of the cellar prior to the disgorgement. It is produced in exceptionally limited quantities and delights with the extraordinary freshness and vitality of a recently disgorged wine balanced with all the nuanced complexity and exceptional aromas of an older vintage.