Description

Vineyards: The single block Chenin Blanc vineyard is 1,9 hectares

in size and located 200m above sea level, being just over 15 km

from False Bay. The Grenache vineyard lies 10 km from the False

Bay coastline, and is planted in shale soils. There is a good

exposure of slopes to the cooling breezes of False Bay for all three

blocks, bringing a zestiness and fruitiness to the Sauvignon Blanc,

with the varied slopes, weathered granite and sandstone soils

adding the desired complexity. Yields are controlled to between 7

– 8 tons per hectare.

Winemaking: Different batches of grapes were harvested by

hand in mid-February between 22 and 24 Balling. Grapes were

picked into small crates and chilled before destemming and 6

hours skin contact. After settling the Chenin Blanc was

inoculated and fermented in tanks. The Grenache was left to

ferment naturally on the lees, as was the Sauvignon Blanc. The

Chenin Blanc from the tank brings freshness to the wine and the

Grenache from barrels adds to the creaminess, complexity and

depth of the wine, with the Sauvignon Blanc adding fresh, limey

fruit.

Tasting notes: Aromatic layers of apricot, tangy nectarines, and

fresh straw on the nose. Prominent melon and lightly toasted

almonds on the palate, with well-balanced acidity and a full,

round mouth feel.

ABV: 13.5% pH: 3.34 RS: 3.0g/lt