Z Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2022 (case of 6)
R1 620.00
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The nose shows concentrated vibrant gooseberry, nectarine and guava with subtle oak spice and undertones of fresh nettle. The generous mouth feel is supported with a fine natural lime acidity that gives the wine length and focus.
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ABOUT THIS WINE
| Wine Style: | Crisp, dry & medium bodied |
| When to Enjoy: | A superlative Aperitif wine and a flawless companion to a meal. |
| How to Serve: | Well chilled but not ice cold. |
| Our meal suggestions: | Perfect with seared tuna, salmon and oysters or try steamed asparagus with hollandaise sauce. A beautiful food wine that will stand up to complex flavours. |
| The wine itself: | The nose shows concentrated vibrant gooseberry, nectarine and guava with subtle oak spice and undertones of fresh nettle. The generous mouth feel is supported with a fine natural lime acidity that gives the wine length and focus. |
| What about the grapes? | 85% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Semillon |
| And the vineyards (terroir): | South facing and elevated 340 meters above sea level, these 22 year old vines look out over False Bay and are planted on the coolest site on our farm. The soil is mainly decomposed granite with clay subsoil helping to buffer the vines during stress. The grapes from this site derive the full benefit from the cool sea breeze during the slow ripening stages. Pungency, aroma and full concentration are the hallmark of this fine Sauvignon Blanc. There is no shortage of these varietal characteristics on these lofty southern slopes. |
| How was it made: | The wine was barrel fermented and aged on the lees for 9 months to give mid-palate weight, complexity . The barrels were second and third fill 500L French oaked barrels. |
| Should this wine age / mature: | Most certainly delicious now but matures beautifully for up to 3-5 years. |
| Technical Facts: | Grape Origin: Polkadraai Hills, Stellenbosch Wine Variety: Sauvignon blanc Body: Medium Acidity: Fresh Acidity Barrel Treatment: 100% wooded in seasoned 500L French oak |
| Alc: 13.58% pH: 3.32 TA: 6.5 g/l Rs: 2.1 g/l |