2016 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.38%
Residual Sugar 10.3 g/L
pH 3.16
Total Acidity 6.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Gewürztraminer
Classification Wine of Origin Elgin
Region Elgin
Soil Predominantly decomposed bokkeveld shale with underlying clay layers of varying depths.
Orientation East–West Rows On Northeast-Facing Slopes And Northwest–Southeast Rows On West-Facing Slopes.
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age Plantings ranged from vines planted in 1987 to younger blocks planted in 2009 and 2010.
Pressing Method The Berries Received Skin Contact Before Pressing; The Juice Was Then Settled.
Closure Screwcap
Production Details Fermented with selected yeast strains at a controlled 12–15°C; fermentation was stopped at the desired residual-sugar level, followed by racking, stabilization and preparation for bottling.
Tasting Notes Rose petal, litchi, cucumber, summer melon and mango, with a fresh palate and lime-and-lemongrass finish.
Food Pairing Spicy food; coconut-milk dishes; fish, poultry, salads and vegetable dishes; also suitable on its own.
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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