Avondale Armilla Methode Cap Classique Brut NV
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Avondale Armilla Methode Cap Classique Brut NV

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Klein Drakenstein

P.O. Box 602


Paarl South
7624
South Africa

 
our wines » Avondale Armilla Methode Cap Classique Brut NV

technical analysis
Winemaker :  Corne Marais
Main Variety :  Chardonnay
Alcohol :  11.5  %vol
pH :  3.41
RS :  8.7 g/l
Total Acid :  5.4 g/l
Volatile Acidity :  0.23 g/l
Balling :  18-19 °
Yield :  6-8  ton/H
Appellation :  Paarl
characteristics
Type :  Sparkling
Style :  Dry
Body :  Full
Taste :  Mineral
WOODED
ORGANIC

 
tasting notes
Armilla is vibrant with flavours of apple pie and biscuit, with a touch of lemon zest and honey. A superb integration of acidity allows for a dry and complex palate that is full of freshness and elegance.

THE NAME
Sparkling with joy, this fresh, versatile Brut is full of the verve that comes from Avondale's holistic way of making delicious, natural wines. Armilla embodies our celebration of life on the farm.
 
ageing potential
Drink immediately or age up untill 2016.
 
blend information
100% Chardonnay
 
in the vineyard
Viticulturist: Johnathan Grieve
Vineyards: 8 and 20 year old vines
Yield of 6 - 8 ton per hectare
 
about the harvest
Armilla is made from Chardonnay grapes from 8 to 20 year old organically-grown vines that have a low yield of 6 to 8 tons of healthy, balanced fruit. The grapes were hand-picked in the cool morning at 18 to 19 Balling.
 
  
 
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