Il Geco Cap Classique 2018The Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes for the 2018 Il Geco Cap Classique were handpicked and co-pressed, with fermentation and malolactic conversion carried out in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The base wine matured on fine lees for seven months before undergoing secondary fermentation (tirage) on 7 June 2018. After six years of aging on lees, the wine was disgorged in March 2024. A total of 1,450 bottles were produced, with a residual sugar of 2.4 g/l and an alcohol content of 11.5% (750ml bottle). NoseThe bouquet is inviting and refined, offering aromas of lemon zest, bruised Granny Smith apple, and ripe strawberries, enhanced by delicate hints of citrus blossom. PalateOn the palate, the wine is precise and elegant, displaying a mineral and flinty character reminiscent of crushed oyster shells. Bright acidity highlights flavors of lemon and subtle red berries, creating a finely textured and lively experience. FinishThe finish is crisp and refreshing, with the bright acidity harmonizing with a fine-beaded mousse. Subtle brioche notes add a creamy depth that lingers, leaving an impression of elegance and finesse WinemakerClarise Sciocatti-Langeveldt, a South African winemaker of Italian heritage, brings 19 years of industry experience and qualifications in cellar technology, wine business management, and the WSET Diploma. She has worked with top producers including Vilafonte, Avondale Wine Estate, and Chateau Montelena, and contributed to Hazendal Estate’s wine and vodka portfolio. In 2014, she launched her own wine brand, Il Geco, starting with Cap Classique and later expanding to other varieties. By 2022, Il Geco became her primary focus.
