Rosé Cuvée Brut

This versatile Cap Classique pairs well with crusty sourdough bread and camembert, as well as elegant dishes like salmon, skin crackling, porchetta, and duck, making it suitable for both casual and formal dining experiences.

The 300-year-old Twee Jonge Gezellen Estate in Tulbagh is the historic home of Krone, a collection of Vintage-Only, terroir-driven Cap Classiques. Twee Jonge Gezellen is tucked into the northwest corner of the Tulbagh wine region, home to the fourth oldest town in South Africa, dating back to the early 1700s. Originally, it was one of 14 farms established after 1700 when the then governor of the Cape, Willem van der Stel, motivated for an expansion beyond Cape Town into the Winterberg, Witzenberg and Roodezand area. Twee Jonge Gezellen estate became wine-producing in the 20th century and, in a continuation of the founding pioneer spirit, invented cold fermentation in the 1950s, among other firsts. A devastating earthquake rocked the region in 1969, effectively delaying the introduction of Krone Cap Classique by 20 years. The first Krone Borealis vintage (1987) was released in 1991 to much acclaim; and a new generation of Cap Classique was born.

Krone's vineyards are situated in Tulbagh, South Africa, where the unique terroir contributes to the distinctive character of their Cap Classique wines. The grapes are handpicked at night to preserve their freshness and acidity.

Aged on the lees for 18 months, this process enhances the wine's complexity and imparts rich, toasty flavors.

he wine is crafted using the traditional method, with bottle fermentation on the lees. The bottles are packed in hardwood pupitres before disgorging, and the bottle turning is done entirely by hand, showcasing the artisanal approach to winemaking.