Graham Beck

Brut Chardonnay-Pinot Noir Blend

8.8147 ratings
8.730 pro ratings
Western Cape, South Africa
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces, Exotic Spices, Soft Cheese, Salads & Greens, Potato, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Herbs, Nuts & Seeds, Stew, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Salmon, Quinoa
Top Notes For
Austin Hohnke

Sorbet and key lime, peaches and cream.
Served at Nelson Mandela’s inauguration.
Excellent Champagne alternative. Sustainably farmed (as required by South Africa)

Sorbet and key lime, peaches and cream.
Served at Nelson Mandela’s inauguration.
Excellent Champagne alternative. Sustainably farmed (as required by South Africa)

Feb 9th, 2024
Sipping Fine Wine

Had this about 3 years ago. Graham Beck entering its third generation as a family winery, established in 1983 when entrepreneur Graham Beck purchased Madeba farm outside the Western Cape town of Robertson. About a 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, aromas of tropical fruits and biscuit notes, vivid crisp acidity on medium+ finish ending with yeasty notes. Nice value.

Had this about 3 years ago. Graham Beck entering its third generation as a family winery, established in 1983 when entrepreneur Graham Beck purchased Madeba farm outside the Western Cape town of Robertson. About a 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, aromas of tropical fruits and biscuit notes, vivid crisp acidity on medium+ finish ending with yeasty notes. Nice value.

May 7th, 2020
Carl Fischer

My first South African sparkler (our neighbor has a house there and brought all SA wines to dinner). This 56/44 Pinot/Chardonnay was great. Very easy drinking, brioche, pear and a touch of honey/sweetness on the palate. A definite crowd pleaser.

My first South African sparkler (our neighbor has a house there and brought all SA wines to dinner). This 56/44 Pinot/Chardonnay was great. Very easy drinking, brioche, pear and a touch of honey/sweetness on the palate. A definite crowd pleaser.

Jul 18th, 2018
Jo Florradikal

slightly sweet Apple compote, pears, short finish, very simple bubbles, a bit of nuttiness. good for the value #southafrican #bubbles

slightly sweet Apple compote, pears, short finish, very simple bubbles, a bit of nuttiness. good for the value #southafrican #bubbles

Feb 3rd, 2016
Jake Hajer

Lemon curd- well made leesy freshness

Lemon curd- well made leesy freshness

Nov 11th, 2015
Christopher Bates

Master Sommelier, Owner/Winemaker Element Winery

9.0

A little bit simple, and ripe, but delicious!

A little bit simple, and ripe, but delicious!

Oct 29th, 2015
Katy Jossy Simanski

Cheap & cheerful.

Cheap & cheerful.

Sep 21st, 2015
Katy Jossy Simanski

Lemon curd, pear and red apple. Out performs it's bargain price point.

Lemon curd, pear and red apple. Out performs it's bargain price point.

Sep 13th, 2015
Paul Weil

This dry sparkler doesn't have much flavor, but amazingly accompanied sushi, sashimi, rice, and poke with miso soup.

This dry sparkler doesn't have much flavor, but amazingly accompanied sushi, sashimi, rice, and poke with miso soup.

Jul 21st, 2015
Tom Elliot

Founder Northwest Wines

8.9

Very credible. Could use a bit more acidity and then it might be difficult to distinguish from a good basic Champagne. But at $15 btl. no complaints. None at all.

Very credible. Could use a bit more acidity and then it might be difficult to distinguish from a good basic Champagne. But at $15 btl. no complaints. None at all.

Jun 27th, 2015