MCC BRUT
MCC BRUT
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Pongrácz Winery
Desiderius Pongrácz was a count from the Hungarian nobility. After graduating from the Hungarian Academy of Agriculture in 1944, Desiderius Pongrácz did not return to the family estate but joined the cavalry of the Hungarian army. Shortly after Hungary's surrender, he was captured by the advancing Russians. When the war finally ended, Desiderius Pongrácz was released back to Hungary. During the Hungarian uprising, he decided to flee and set his sights on Africa after securing a position as a farm manager in Namibia through his European noble connections. In 1958, he relocated to the Stellenbosch wine region, where he worked as a farm manager. During his more than 20 years of work in viticulture at the Cape, Pongrácz contributed significantly to the success of the South African wine industry through his intellect and vision. He had a major influence on the introduction and propagation of premium grape varieties such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Noir. He understood the importance of these grape varieties for the future of the South African wine industry like no other. The Pongrácz Winery is today known worldwide as one of the leading Méthode Cap Classic producers in South Africa.
Tasting notes
The MCC Brut from Pongrácz Winery is made from the two Champagne grape varieties, Pinot Noir (60%) and Chardonnay (40%). On the nose, it presents notes of green apple and citrus. The Pongrácz MCC Brut charms the palate with delicate yeasty notes intermingling with freshly baked bread and ripe fruits.
It offers a delightful creamy mouthful of blackberry fruit flavors with a lingering finish. The 4 Platter Stars award does justice to its exceptional quality. The MCC Brut from Pongrácz stands as a flagship among Cap Classiques.
Grape Variety
Chenin Blanc is a widely cultivated, old white wine grape variety that has been grown in France (in Anjou – Touraine) since the 9th century. Compared to other white wine grape varieties, this variety is very productive. This leads to a very high quality of the white wine when reduced on the vine.
In South Africa, Chenin Blanc is the most widely grown white wine grape variety. The reason for this is primarily the very high diversity. For example, there are "wild-growing" vines (so-called Bush Vines) that are usually not irrigated. For this reason, the vines penetrate very deep into the ground with their roots to reach water. These Chenin Blancs therefore have a stronger depth and complexity.
The grape variety can also be aged very fresh and fruity in stainless steel tanks, developing into a very nice summer wine. Through the Aged in oak barrels, one obtains very complex and full-bodied white wines. The aromas of Chenin Blanc wines range from peach, apricot, and tropical fruits to honey and melon.
Ratings
Strohgelb und wenig Perlage im Glas. In der Nase leicht schwefelig. Am Gaumen spritzig, viel Säure, ordentlich Gerbstoffe und Grapefruit.
Angenehmer Zitrus in der Nase, unterstützt die Säure. Leckerer Hefegeschmack mit langem Abgang.
Erfrischende Perlage. Grüner Apfel, zitrus und Gebäck am Gaumen. Trocken mit guter Säure.