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The Zoetendal The Empress 2023 Cap Classique is crafted in the traditional Méthode Cap Classique style from a refined blend of 75% Chardonnay and 25% Pinot Noir, spending up to 12 months on the lees before disgorgement to achieve complexity, texture, and finesse.
Displaying an alluring Rose Turkish Delight tint, the wine captures both elegance and expressive individuality. This delicate Rose Turkish Delight tint, naturally derived from the beautiful colour extraction of Pinot Noir during the exceptional 2023 vintage, evokes a sense of soft romance and refinement, while simultaneously reflecting confidence, vibrancy, and modern sophistication. Much like the character of the wine itself, the colour moves seamlessly between playful freshness and graceful elegance.
The nose is rich and expressive, revealing layers of white blood peach, nectarine, and subtle brioche nuances, complemented by hints of citrus blossom and toasted almonds derived from extended lees contact.
The palate is creamy and full, with a beautifully integrated mousse that lends both precision and sophistication. Notes of stone fruit, preserved lemon, and delicate dried fruit unfold seamlessly alongside a gentle waxy texture and refreshing mineral undertones. Bright acidity and tangy citrus freshness provide remarkable balance and lift, carrying the wine toward a long, poised, and refined finish.
Elegant yet expressive, The Empress 2023 embodies both freshness and complexity, offering immediate charm while possessing the structure to mature gracefully through 2029.
