- 75cl
- 13.50%
- South Africa
- Western Cape
- 2017
- White, Crisp, Dry and Refreshing
Tasting Note: Fruit-driven, textured South African Sauvignon Blanc, vibrating with citrus, softened by quince and white peach, with a splash of barrel-fermented Sémillon adding richness and texture.
Food Matching: A match with delicate dishes like fresh seafood salads, oysters and tuna tartare.
Unique Selling Point: A Sauvignon Blanc reflecting the essence of a complex South African white Bordeaux-style that is stellar stand alone wine, but also great accompaniment to food.
Vineyard: This Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from Elgin, a cool climate region in the Overberg renowned for Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The Semillon is sourced from Meinert's block in Devon Valley.
Vinification: The Sauvignon Blanc is picked at varying degrees of ripeness with a portion receiving skin contact for up to 24 hours. The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks matured sur lie for 9 months. The Semillon is fermented in a selection of French oak barrels.