South Africa, Hemel en Aarde
Sauvignon Blanc
Description
Excluding press fractions from this cuvée has increased its focus and sophistication. Detailed layers of fig, grapefruit, passionfruit and a touch of lemon curd, delivered by a juicy, unassertive acidity and complimented by a noteworthy Hemel-en-Aarde salinity. Serve chilled and enjoy as the wine unfolds in your glass.
Awards
- This wine has not yet received a recognition
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
Vinification
Grapes are picked over a three week period, taking full benefit of the Sauvignon Blanc ripening spectrum and crushed as soon as they arrive from the vineyards. Following pressing and clarification through cold settling, the juice is fermented with a combination of yeast strains to further amplify the flavour diversity. The contribution made by Semillon was increased to a 14% compliment, which smooths out the edges and will positively influence the wine’s ability to age.
Vineyard: n/a
Vintage 2019 will long be remembered for the raging wild fire that swept across the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley on the 11 January – less than three weeks before the first grapes were picked. We were fortunate not to be majorly impacted and brought in a healthy, yet slightly lighter crop. The reduced yield being the result of milder than normal winter temperatures. Weather conditions remained cool and relatively dry throughout February and March.
Maturation
No wood contact.
Food Pairing
Springbok and chakalaka curry bread, Waldorf salad, grilled fresh Yellowtail or whenever refreshment of the palate is needed.
