Muratie releases maiden Brut Rosé
In response to countless requests for a pink bubbly from ladies visiting its tasting room, Muratie has released its maiden Rosé Cap Classique, the Lady Alice 2012 - named for Lady Alice Sarah Stanford, who was custodian of Muratie after her and her husband bought the farm in 1909.
It is a blend of 72% Pinot Noir and 28% Chardonnay pressed from whole bunches. Its layers of flavour are pronounced by aromas of lemons, limes, almond blossom and toasted cereal, which move through more citrus, toasted buttered brioche and a distinctively salty edge, all of it wrapped up in rich butter cream, and ending with a final tangy twist. It's a wine for celebrations and commiserations, for drinking on its own or pairing with food (try oysters or Gentleman's Relish on toast).
Muratie Lady Alice Brut Rosé 2012 retails nationally for approximately R160.