Wine Tasting Notes:
On colour
Domaine Des Dieux Claudia Brut Cap Classique 2016 shows a pale lemon to light gold hue with fine, persistent bubbles and a soft, creamy mousse, reflecting both Chardonnay dominance and time on lees. The colour remains bright and limpid, suggesting freshness despite its maturity and hinting at a focused, mineral style rather than heaviness.
On the nose
The nose opens with crisp green and bruised apple, lemon zest and creamy lemon curd, touched by hints of ripe pear and a subtle red-berry lift from Pinot Noir. Underneath sit notes of biscuit, brioche and gentle nuttiness, with a faint earthy complexity that adds depth to the fresh fruit profile.
On the palate
On the palate the wine is dry, medium-bodied and finely textured, combining flavours of apple, citrus and lemon curd with a broad yet precise, mineral-edged mousse. A soft, creamy texture, hints of red berry and subtle biscuity, nutty lees notes carry through to a long, gently rich finish that balances maturity with keen, refreshing acidity.
On the whole
An elegant, creamy Chardonnay–Pinot Noir Cap Classique, weaving apple and citrus fruit with fine bubbles, brioche nuance and a lingering, mineral freshness.
| Alcohol |
12% |
| Residual sugar |
7.3g/L |
| Acidity |
9.1g/L |
| Ph Level |
3.21 |
| Region |
Hemel-En-Aarde Ridge |
| Producer |
Domaine Des Dieux |
