Brand new beverages

CHATEAU DEL REI LAUNCHES NEW SWEET RED BUBBLY IN A CAN

Chateau Del Rei, the stylish South African trendsetter for bubbly in a can, has launched Sweet Red, the latest addition to this uplifting collection for instant celebrations.

Chateau Del Rei Sweet Red has a delightful fruity bouquet of ripened plum, strawberry and blackcurrant with an elegant finish that lingers long after the last sip. “Chateau Del Rei as a brand and concept has been very well received by consumers,” says brand manager Limise Mxatule. “The response to our first SemiSweet canned bubbly, launched in 2018 to test the market, was so successful that we have extended the range to four variants, based on the demand for a wider selection to appeal to all tastes, from dry to sweet. It was inevitable that we would include pinotage, South Africa’s signature grape variety, into our newest Sweet Red sparkling wine.”

Conveniently packaged in a can and boasting a lower alcohol content of 7%, this easy-drinking bubbly-onthe-go is perfect for outdoor adventures such as open-air concerts, picnics and sundowners. The vivacious Chateau Del Rei quartet is available in Semi-Sweet, Dry, blushing Rosé and the new Sweet Red.

For more information visit: www.chillbev.co.za

RAISE A TOAST TO GROOTE POST’S NEW BRUT CAP CLASSIQUE

Groote Post, the historic wine farm in the Darling Hills owned by the Pentz family, has released a new Brut Méthode Cap Classique. “We are always very excited at Groote Post when we welcome a new wine to our portfolio,” says Nick Pentz, “especially when it is a wine that sparkles with promise after a challenging year, its millions of tiny bubbles lifting spirits, adding joy to hearts and smiles to faces. Everyone knows that there is something magical about popping open a bottle of one’s favourite cap classique.” The Groote Post Brut is a blend of traditional Champagne varietals, 60% chardonnay and 40% pinot noir, harnessing structure and acidity from the chardonnay and fruity components from the pinot noir. The grapes are whole-bunch pressed, an important process when creating fine sparkling wines. To prevent too much colour extraction from the pinot noir, only the first free-run juice of the pinot is used. The juice spends three months on the lees after the first fermentation. The wine then undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle and matures for 15 months on the lees, adding a creaminess and beautiful texture to the wine. Thereafter the disgorging and dosage take place. Stylishly packaged, the Groote Post Brut is an elegant, refreshing cap classique displaying a vibrant pale gold colour, a fine creamy mousse, zesty notes of green apple and white pear with hints of brioche, a well-rounded velvety yet lively mouthfeel and a crisp lingering finish. Served well chilled. Available at select wine retailers, at the cellar door and online at https://groote-post-wines. myshopify.com.

For more information visit: www.grootepost.co.za

SAY HELLO TO A BOLD NEW HUNTER’S RED APPLE

Leading cider brand Hunter’s dropped Red Apple cider in South Africa. The brand entered into a partnership with Rapper Nadia Nakai, who will endorse Red Apple cider. Hunter’s Red Apple is crisp and refreshing with all kinds of succulent, sweet red apple notes, complemented by a sweet-sour mouthwatering taste sensation with a berry nose finish. It’s the perfect sidekick for any Hold my Hunter’s moment. With a completely different look compared to the existing range of Hunter’s, it is exciting to offer Red Apple to everyone who enjoys natural sweet red apple and berry flavours. Having a variety of refreshment options available is always great when it comes to different occasions, different seasons and also different personalities. Hunter’s is, after all, the cider that refreshes like nothing on earth and now the net can be spread wider. The new Hunter’s Red Apple is available at all major liquor outlets, bottle stores and selected retail outlets.

For more information visit www.hunters.co.za