“Our Lady R is a representation of the stunning natural acidity and ageability of the 2017 harvest season, in combination with careful maturation on the lees adding texture and mouthfeel, all in beautiful harmony,” says Cellarmaster Elunda Basson, one of the country’s most accomplished masters of Cap Classique.

Perfected by time, it takes a minimum of twelve months for the base wine to be transformed into a fine Cap Classique. The magic happens during fermentation in the bottle where the vivacious bubbles evolve into an elegant, fine mousse, allowing the Cap Classique to develop its signature yeasty character. Visitors to the Steenberg Tasting Room will be able to watch the masterly process of hand riddling individual bottles by the skilful and impassioned Steenberg team each morning and afternoon.