Sparkling Wines from South Africa: MCC & More

Sparkling moments from the Cape! Discover our huge selection of South African sparkling wines, led by the world-renowned Méthode Cap Classique (MCC).

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    MCC Brut Chardonnay - Louisvale

    MCC Brut Chardonnay

    Louisvale

    MCC Brut Chardonnay

    €23,78
    €27,98 €23,78
    €31,71/L
    1
    Sale
  • MCC Brut - Avontuur

    MCC Brut

    Avontuur

    MCC Brut

    €30,37
    €30,37
    €40,49/L
    1
  • Garden Spritz - Chandon

    Garden Spritz

    Chandon

    Garden Spritz

    €22,78
    €22,78
    €30,37/L
    1
  • Proposal Hill Brut MCC Rosé 2023 - De Grendel

    Proposal Hill Brut MCC Rosé 2022

    De Grendel

    Proposal Hill Brut MCC Rosé 2022

    €30,68
    €30,68
    €40,91/L
    1
  • Cap Classique Brut 2023 - De Grendel

    Cap Classique Brut 2023

    De Grendel

    Cap Classique Brut 2023

    €25,79
    €25,79
    €34,39/L
    1
  • MCC Brut Rosé 2022 - Dieu Donné

    MCC Brut Rosé 2022

    Dieu Donné

    MCC Brut Rosé 2022

    €24,75
    €24,75
    €33,00/L
    1
  • MCC Blanc de Blancs 2021 - Dieu Donné

    MCC Blanc de Blancs 2020

    Dieu Donné

    MCC Blanc de Blancs 2020

    €24,75
    €24,75
    €33,00/L
    1
  • Diamond Heart Waihopai Cuvée 2017 - Marisco Vineyards

    Diamond Heart Waihopai Cuvée 2017

    Marisco Vineyards

    Diamond Heart Waihopai Cuvée 2017

    €24,86
    €26,94 €24,86
    €33,15/L
    1
    Sale
  • Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir - Leopards Leap

    Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir

    Leopards Leap

    Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir

    €16,12
    €16,12
    €21,49/L
    1
  • Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs 2022 - Noble Hill

    Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs 2022

    Noble Hill

    Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs 2022

    €33,80
    €33,80
    €45,07/L
    1
  • Brut Rose 2021 - Lynx

    Brut Rose 2021

    Lynx

    Brut Rose 2021

    €33,80
    €33,80
    €45,07/L
    1
  • MCC Brut 2019 - Thelema

    MCC Brut 2018

    Thelema

    MCC Brut 2018

    €23,82
    €23,82
    €31,76/L
    1
  • Blanc de Blanc - Rickety Bridge

    Blanc de Blanc

    Rickety Bridge

    Blanc de Blanc

    €20,70
    €20,70
    €27,60/L
    1
  • L’Ormarins Blanc de Blancs - Anthonij Rupert

    L’Ormarins Blanc of Blancs

    Anthonij Rupert

    L’Ormarins Blanc of Blancs

    €23,82
    €23,82
    €31,76/L
    1
  • L'Ormarins Private Cuvee - Anthonij Rupert

    L'Ormarins Private Cuvée

    Anthonij Rupert

    L'Ormarins Private Cuvée

    €51,48
    €51,48
    €68,64/L
    1
  • Hidden Valley MCC Brut 2022

    MCC Brut 2020

    Hidden Valley

    MCC Brut 2020

    €30,37
    €30,37
    €40,49/L
    1
  • Heritage Sauvignon Blanc Brut - Du Toitskloof

    Heritage Sauvignon Blanc Brut

    Du Toitskloof

    Heritage Sauvignon Blanc Brut

    €14,46
    €14,46
    €19,28/L
    1
  • Pas de Nom MCC - Beau Constantia

    Pas de Nom MCC

    Beau Constantia

    Pas de Nom MCC

    €25,90
    €25,90
    €34,53/L
    1
  • Ruinart Blanc de Blancs - Ruinart

    Ruinart Blanc de Blancs

    Ruinart

    Ruinart Blanc de Blancs

    €97,66
    €97,66
    €130,21/L
    1
  • Ruinart R de Ruinart - Ruinart

    Ruinart R de Ruinart

    Ruinart

    Ruinart R de Ruinart

    €72,59
    €72,59
    €96,79/L
    1
  • Ruinart Rosé - Ruinart

    Ruinart Rosé

    Ruinart

    Ruinart Rosé

    €98,59
    €98,59
    €131,45/L
    1
  • Pierre Jourdan MCC Brut Magnum - Haute Cabrière

    Pierre Jourdan MCC Brut Magnum

    Haute Cabrière

    Pierre Jourdan MCC Brut Magnum

    €47,32
    €47,32
    €31,55/L
    1
  • Sparkling Rosé - Durbanville Hills

    Sparkling Rosé

    Durbanville Hills

    Sparkling Rosé

    €15,70
    €15,70
    €20,93/L
    1
  • Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc - Durbanville Hills

    Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc

    Durbanville Hills

    Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc

    €15,70
    €15,70
    €20,93/L
    1
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    Pierre Jourdan Blanc de Blancs - Haute Cabrière

    Pierre Jourdan Blanc de Blancs

    Haute Cabrière

    Pierre Jourdan Blanc de Blancs

    €33,80
    €33,80
    €45,07/L
    1
  • Pierre Jourdan Belle Nectar Demi Sec - Haute Cabrière

    Pierre Jourdan Belle Nectar Demi Sec

    Haute Cabrière

    Pierre Jourdan Belle Nectar Demi Sec

    €20,70
    €20,70
    €27,60/L
    1
  • MCC Brut Rosé - Kleine Zalze

    MCC Brut Rosé

    Kleine Zalze

    MCC Brut Rosé

    €20,70
    €20,70
    €27,60/L
    1
  • MCC Brut Blanc - Kleine Zalze

    MCC Brut Blanc

    Kleine Zalze

    MCC Brut Blanc

    €20,70
    €20,70
    €27,60/L
    1
  • L'Ormarins Brut Classique Rosé - Anthonij Rupert

    L'Ormarins Brut Classic Rosé

    Anthonij Rupert

    L'Ormarins Brut Classic Rosé

    €17,58
    €17,58
    €23,44/L
    1
  • L'Ormarins Brut Classique - Anthonij Rupert

    L'Ormarins Brut Classique

    Anthonij Rupert

    L'Ormarins Brut Classique

    €17,58
    €17,58
    €23,44/L
    1
  • MCC Luxe Nectar - Boschendal

    MCC Luxe Nectar

    Boschendal

    MCC Luxe Nectar

    €31,10
    €31,10
    €41,47/L
    1
  • Jean Le Long Cuvée Prestige - Boschendal

    Jean Le Long Cuvée Prestige

    Boschendal

    Jean Le Long Cuvée Prestige

    €124,18
    €124,18
    €165,57/L
    1
Wine guide

Cap Classique: South Africa's Answer to Champagne

Welcome to the dazzling world of South African sparkling wines! At its heart is the Méthode Cap Classique, or MCC for short. This isn't a grape variety, but South Africa's term for premium sparkling wines made in the traditional method of bottle fermentation – just like Champagne. The results are elegant wines with a fine mousse and complex aromas that have gained the highest international acclaim. Here, you'll find an impressive selection of nearly 150 different sparkling wines from over 35 of the country's best wineries. From established legends like Graham Beck to specialised boutiques like Le Lude, there's something for every palate.

Style & Grape Varieties: From Brut to Rosé

The classic Champagne grapes, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, also form the foundation for most MCCs at the Cape. Chardonnay brings freshness, citrus notes, and a creamy texture, while Pinot Noir provides structure, body, and red fruit aromas. Many winemakers masterfully create cuvées that blend the best of both worlds. You'll find a wide range of styles with us: from bone-dry Brut, perfect as an aperitif, to fruity and charming Rosé, which is also a wonderful food companion.

The Best Regions for MCC

Quality sparkling wine requires cool conditions for the grapes to retain their acidity and finesse. In South Africa, these conditions are found in specific, often higher-altitude or coastal areas. Regions like Franschhoek, home to top producers such as Boschendal and Haute Cabrière, and Stellenbosch are renowned for their outstanding Cap Classiques. These areas benefit from cool sea breezes or nocturnal temperature drops, creating ideal conditions for growing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir for sparkling wine production.

Perfect Pairings: Food Recommendations

South African MCC is incredibly versatile. A glass of Brut is the perfect start to any festive occasion or simply to celebrate the end of a workday. It pairs excellently with oysters, light fish dishes, sushi, or canapés. A more robust Blanc de Blancs (100% Chardonnay) harmonises beautifully with poultry or creamy pasta dishes. The Rosé versions are not only a feast for the eyes but also a great partner for salmon, prawns, or even desserts with red berries.

For Every Occasion and Budget

Our collection proves that excellent sparkling wine doesn't have to be prohibitively expensive. You can find accessible and delicious MCCs starting from around €14. The majority of our range is in the mid-price segment around €25, where you'll discover enormous variety and fantastic value for money. For life's very special moments, we also carry exclusive prestige cuvées and vintage MCCs that compete in the top league and can cost up to €140.

Frequently asked questions

What does MCC mean?

MCC stands for Méthode Cap Classique. This is the South African term for sparkling wines made using the traditional method of in-bottle fermentation, the same way Champagne is made.

What grape varieties are used for MCC?

The main grape varieties are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, just like in Champagne. They are often used in cuvées (blends), but single-varietal sparkling wines also exist.

Are South African sparkling wines always dry?

Most of our MCCs are classified as 'Brut,' which means dry. However, other styles exist, including fruity Rosé versions and off-dry styles, although they are less common.

What's the best food to pair with a Cap Classique?

MCC is very versatile! It's excellent as an aperitif, with seafood (especially oysters), sushi, and light fish or poultry dishes. A Rosé MCC also pairs well with salmon or berry-based desserts.

What are the shipping costs and delivery times?

Shipping within Germany is €6.90 and free for orders over €120, with delivery in 1-3 working days. For other EU countries, costs are between €6.90 and €11.90, with free shipping from €150 (2-5 working days). We also deliver to the UK, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein.