Green-tinged and pale lemon yellow in colour, the Sunrise Brut is named after the magnificent 118.08 carat Delaire Sunrise Diamond — the largest square emerald cut vivid yellow diamond in the world. With aromas of fresh gooseberry and cantaloup, the palate shows finesse and intensity, with a fine, perfectly integrated mousse of lime, pear drop and delicate vanilla notes — it's zesty and fresh with a harmonious finish. This Method Cap Classique is a blend of Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc and is as unique and dazzling as its namesake.
- Sunrise Brut
- Despite the drought, the dry, warm weather resulted in healthy grapes and small berries with good intensity
- Warm days and below-average cool nights during the ripening stage gave the colour and flavour development a positive boost
- Whole bunch pressed Chenin Blanc & Chardonnay produces 450 litres per ton and the Cabernet Franc produces 150 litres per ton. Fermented over two weeks and blended. The second fermentation took place 7 months after blending and was aged for 18 months on the lees before disgorgement
- Chenin driven Cremant de Loire blend
- Green-tinged, pale lemon yellow in colour with fresh gooseberry and cantaloup on the nose
- The palate shows finesse and intensity, with a fine, perfectly integrated mousse of lime, pear drop and delicate vanilla notes
- Zesty and fresh with a harmonious finish
About Delaire Graff
With 20 hectares of vineyards situated on the slopes of Botmaskop Mountain planted with Bordeaux reds and Chardonnay grapes, Delaire Graff Estate produces supremely elegant vintages. They have been named one of the Top 50 wineries by the World's Best Vineyards — placing first within the African continent.
