South Africa, Cape Town
Sauvignon Blanc
Description
This vibrant, classically styled Sauvignon Blanc presents a brilliant lemon-lime colour.The nose is complex with an array of tropical fruit, ripe figs and gooseberries. Thesecrisp flavours repeat in the mouth, along with a mineral character followed by a longfruity finish. The distinctive aromas support a wonderfully balanced palate, presentingpurity of ripe fruit, coupled with a lingering harmonious finish.
Awards
Double Gold Michelangelo International Wine and Spirits
Certificates
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
Vinification
The grapes were night harvested at optimum ripeness, with the blocks harvested andvinified separately. 5 different clones were used. Crushed and destemmed reductively.Skin contact of 12-24 hours, pressed and settled for 6-12 hours. Racked and inoculatedwith selected yeasts e.g. VIN 7; QA 23: CKS; VL 3. All natural acid – no additional acidadded. Three weeks’ alcoholic fermentation, temperature controlled at 12-14ºC.
Soil Type
Red Hutton
Viticulture
Yield: 8-12 t/haTrellising: 4 wire PeroldAge of vines: 10-29 yearsIrrigation: Dry-land conditions
Taste
Food Pairing
Enjoy with summer foods and salads or serve chilled on its own.
