Sauvignon Blanc 2009

“Imitation is the sincerest flattery” – Charles Caleb Colton 1780-1832

The Vineyards

Sourced from a multi-vineyard blend, average 12 years in age, in Stellenbosch, Groenekloof and Elgin.  The soils are mostly decomposed granite with varying clay percentages.

The Grape Variety

100% Sauvignon blanc.

Winemaking

Harvest commenced from 10 to 20 February the different regions. Grapes were harvested between 20.5°B and 22.5°B with a total acid of 7.5 – 9.0 g/l and a pH of 3.01 to 3.35.

Whole bunch pressed. The juice was handled reductively and left to settle for three days after which it was racked and inoculated to ferment at low temperatures. Left on the lees for three months before blending and bottling.

Bottled in August 2009.

Alcohol: 13.5%
Residual Sugar: 3.5 g/l
Total Acid: 6.5 g/l
pH: 3.5

Tasting notes

Predominant flavours are those of tropical fruit withherbaceous overtones, whilst the overall impression is of elegance and delicacy with a long flavoursome finish.