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Proposal Hill Cap Classique Brut Rosé 2024

Proposal Hill Cap Classique Brut Rosé 2024

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A love story, captured in every bottle.

In 1939, on a small hill at De Grendel overlooking Table Bay, Cape Town and Table Mountain, a young Sir De Villiers Graaff (2nd Baronet) asked Ena to marry him. She said yes, beginning a marriage that would span 60 years, and the koppie where he proposed has been known ever since as Proposal Hill.  

Proposal Hill Brut Rosé takes its name from that enduring piece of De Grendel family history. Crafted exclusively from Pinot Noir grown on the west-facing slopes of the Tygerberg, the vineyards look out across the same landscape that formed the backdrop to Sir De Villiers and Lady Graaff’s story. 

The 2024 vintage spent 30 months ageing on the lees in bottle, bringing depth and complexity while retaining the freshness and naturally vibrant acidity of its cool-climate origins. 

Pale salmon-pink with a fine, persistent mousse, the wine opens with red berries and wild strawberry, followed by layers of brioche, toasted almond and subtle creaminess. Refined yet generous, with a long, lingering finish, Proposal Hill is a Cap Classique made for celebrations, shared tables and, fittingly, moments worth remembering.

Enjoy with: Creamy Risotto, Salmon Terrine, Buttery Pastries

Tasting Notes: Black Cherry, Sour Cranberry, Grapefruit

Awards

2021
James Suckling 2024: 90 Points

2020
James Suckling 2023: 90 Points
Platter's Guide 2024: 4 1/2 Stars

2018
Platter's Guide 2023 4 1/2 Stars (92 Points)

2016
Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2021 Double Gold
Platter's Guide 2022 4 1/2 Stars (92 Points)

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  • Tasting Notes

    The De Grendel Proposal Hill Brut Rosé 2023 enchants with a soft, pale pink hue and an energetic stream of fine, persistent bubbles. On the nose, aromas of wild strawberries, raspberries, and rose petals rise gracefully, layered with a subtle hint of brioche. The palate is crisp and refreshing, showcasing vibrant red berry fruit balanced by a refined minerality and taut acidity. A whisper of citrus zest lingers on the elegant, dry finish, leaving a lasting impression of finesse and purity.

  • Food Complements

    Perfect for any occasion, this sparkling rosé pairs beautifully with smoked salmon and cream cheese bagels at brunch, sushi or grilled prawns for a main course, and berry pavlova or macarons for dessert. It also shines alongside canapés like prosciutto-wrapped melon or soft cheeses at informal gatherings.

  • Vintage

    The winter season started earlier than usual, and March was a very wet month. Veraison started early but continued for a long time. Harvest was also early - 11 days earlier than the previous year - and stopped fourteen days earlier than in 2022. The temperatures were moderate with few heat waves. The bunches and berries were much smaller and compact this year.

Technical Tasting Sheets

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