SIMONSIG ENCORE MAKES A FRESH NEW COMEBACK

Stellenbosch bubbly pioneer gives Off Dry MCC a stylish new look

Simonsig Estate, pioneer of South Africa’s first Méthode Cap Classique, has given its off dry rendition, Encore Vin Sec, a new lease of life with a fresh facelift revealing a more sophisticated look that will have bubbly lovers falling in love with it all over again this summer.

Revamped with dazzling boldness, the latest 2006 vintage of this elegantly fruity Cap Classique flaunts a stylish new pose with an altogether more striking label* portraying the heritage and prestige of Simonsig’s award-winning portfolio of bottle-fermented sparkling wines.  

“Besides our first and foremost Kaapse Vonkel which has its own celebrated look and feel, the Encore’s new look is now on par with that of our other two MCC benchmarks – the Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé and the Cuvée Royale. Its character is, however, still distinctly unique and speaks from within the bottle,” shares Simonsig Cellarmaster Johan Malan.

The exuberant Simonsig Encore 2006 is a blend of Chardonnay (52%) and Pinot noir (48%) and tantalises with wafts of toasted, nutty aromas on the nose while honey-brushed brioche and candy apple flavours coax the palate.

The wine’s pale straw colour indicates good evolution after 15 months on the yeast lees and the higher than normal Chardonnay content gives this stellar sparkler a young, invigorating citrusy zest, rounded off with a fine creamy mousse.

Encore’s elegant sweetness is perfectly integrated and adds body and length to this well-balanced wine. Although delicious to enjoy straight away, this sparkling wine will show even more richness and complexity with further bottle ageing.

As an aperitif, the Simonsig Encore 2006 will add extra sparkle to any celebration this season. This MCC is also delicious with patés and light soups and is a great choice with dessert as it is perfect for cleaning the palate.

The bubbly retails from R80 per bottle and is available directly from the farm or at leading supermarkets, liquor outlets and independent bottle stores countrywide. 

* The new label of the Simonsig Encore 2006 was designed by Anthony Lane and printed by Paarllabels.