Technical Specifications
Alcohol 11.8%
Residual Sugar 16 g/L
pH 2.95
Total Acidity 7.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 105 kcal / glass
150ml glass105 kcal
750ml bottle525 kcal
Grape Varieties Riesling
Riesling100%
Region Elgin
Soil Ferricrete top layer (surficial sand and gravel masses) on decomposed bokkeveld shale and/or light clay in older block; duplex soils dominated by shale in younger blocks
Elevation 300.0 meters
Harvest Dates 8 - 26 March 2022
Brix at Harvest 20.2°
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 13-35 years old blocks
Fermentation Vessels Oak Vat, Stainless Steel
Pressing Method Grapes Pressed, Juice Settled
Barrel Size 2500L oval oak vats
Production Details 6,575 cases (x6). Released July 2022. Grapes from 13-year and 35-year-old blocks with small percentage from other blocks. Grapes from different blocks fermented separately. 15% fermented in large 2500L oval oak vats. Fermentation stopped on portion of wine and blended back for natural sweetness. Rest fermented dry and left on fine lees for complexity. Vineyard and cellar sorting to eliminate rot. Grapes harvested 8-10 March to 26 March.
Tasting Notes
Palate: delicate, lime_notes, mineral_core
Sight: pale, green_tint
Food Pairing gorgonzola, roasted_sweet_potato_salad_with_honey_dressing, pan_fried_prawns_with_paprika_toasted_sesame_yoghurt_dressing, roast_pork_chops_with_pomegranate_coriander_salsa
Producer Information
Website
Address
N2, Kromco Turn off, De Rust Estate, Grabouw, 7160, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 844 0605
Email
Owner
Paul Clüver (Managing Director), Clüver Family
Cellarmaster
Andries Burger