South Africa, Western Cape
Sauvignon Blanc
Description
With a brilliant clear colour, this Sauvignon blanc express intense aromas of passion fruit, gooseberries and guava with a floral hint. A complex palate of tropical fruit, bell peppers and freshly cut grass. Excellent structure is well complimented by fresh acidity and a lingering aftertaste.
Awards
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Alcohol
13.5%
Analytical data
dry
Vinification
Grapes are picked based on taste to keep track of flavour development in the vineyard. Grapes are picked during cool early mornings and are handled reductively all the way through vinification. Limited skin contact is allowed on selected batches to maximise fruit without losing acidity. Gentle pressing and lower juice recovery give rise to greater elegance. The juice is settled brilliantly clear and inoculated with a selected yeast strain. Fermentation temperatures are kept low at 11-12 °C to ensure slow fermentation and enhance fruit intensity. After fermentation the wine is kept on the lees as long as possible (3-6 months) and stirred regularly to enhance mouth feel.
