Graham Beck, Chardonnay-Pinot Noir Brut, Western Cape

90
Tasted by: Christelle Guibert
Drinking Window: 2015 - 2016
The Graham Beck wines are classic in style and a good value, reliable alternative to Champagne. Here we have bready aromas allied to some New World fruitiness, and although the complexity of good Champagne is lacking, it’s a very well-made traditional method wine. A good-value alternative to Champagne, made by a renowned sparkling wine producer. A Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend with 15–18 months’ bottle-ageing on lees, delivering yeasty, nutty, complex aromas and a creamy, rich palate with fine mousse. Freshness, lemony citrus fruit, crisp acidity and a lingering finish.
90
Tasted by: Susie Barrie MW
Drinking Window: 2015 - 2017
The Graham Beck wines are classic in style and a good value, reliable alternative to Champagne. Here we have bready aromas allied to some New World fruitiness, and although the complexity of good Champagne is lacking, it’s a very well-made traditional method wine.
Producer
Graham Beck
Brand
Chardonnay-Pinot Noir Brut
Colour
White
Country
South Africa
Region
Western Cape
Alcohol
12.00%