Méthode Cap Classique

Colmant Brut Reserve

By Christian Eedes, 4 October 2012

I think Méthode Cap Classique is in danger of becoming a victim of its own success – a lot of half-baked examples as more and...

J.C. Le Roux Scintilla 2003

By Christian Eedes, 9 July 2012

You might expect a Méthode Cap Classique which has spent seven years on the lees to be particularly rich and aldehydic, but though this aging...

Graham Beck Brut Zero 2005

By Christian Eedes, 13 October 2011

Yesterday the launch of Brut Zero 2005, a new addition to the Graham Beck Méthode Cap Classique range and one of the few non-dosage bubblies...

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siècle 1990

By Christian Eedes, 8 August 2011

Mèthode Cap Classique can’t be compared to Champagne – the climatic conditions which apply in the areas where the respective sparkling wines originate are just...

J.C. Le Roux Pinot Noir Rosé MCC 2006

By Christian Eedes, 26 June 2011

If you believe in indy rock ‘n roll, then last year’s Wine magazine Cap Classique Challenge results must have really sucked: best Non-Vintage to evil...

Laborie Méthode Cap Classique Blanc de Blancs 2007

By Christian Eedes, 14 June 2011

“Congratulations on your daughter’s second birthday,” said a friend. “You’ve managed to get her this far, all limbs intact.” An excuse for a small celebration...

Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2005

By Christian Eedes, 28 June 2010

Though SAWIS reports that plantings of Pinot Noir in South Africa increased by 16% to reach 844ha from 2008 to 2009, this still amounts to...