Western Cape Brut Rosé Champagne Blend

I’ve had this previously from a bottle bought at the winery where it performed way better.
I’m wondering if there’s a difference in what hit US shores...or perhaps this bottle was from a different batch?

Great value

Amazing quality for value. #bubbles #southafrica #rosé

Pale pink color.
Aromas of red berries, strawberry, brioche.
Dry. Flavors of citrus, red berries, toast. Citrus drives the finish.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5

Nice light silvery salmon color. Intense strawberry, cherry and raspberry aromas and flavors. Hint of purple flowers. Touch of minerality on the finish. Vibrant acidity along with a creamy mousse and texture effervescent bubbles. Quite brisk refreshing! Excellent QPR.

Bubbly, fun, delish #roycedetroit

Fav brut in SA

I think air must have gotten into the bottle or it may have been stored improperly, because it had a stale, flat (in terms of taste, not carbonation), day old wine taste. Definitely not our cup of tea.

Edit/update: we had a second bottle which turned out absolutely delish, but probably wouldn't repurchase just because there's apparently a chance of getting a bad bottle.

Strawberries, melon, sparkles, and bright acidity! 💕 perfect for a warm spring day!

Balanced: tart sweet dry