2024 Technical Specifications
Region Franschhoek
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Foudre
Oak Aging 11 months
Oak Details 38% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak38%
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size 300L barriques; 1,500L foudre
Oak Toast Level Medium; Light
Production Details Straw green colour with golden hues. Fermented in 38% new 300L oak barriques and 1,500L foudre, using medium and light toast tight-grain cooperage, for 8 months. After 8 months the different components were blended and returned to foudre and barrel for another 3 months for integration.
Tasting Notes
Nose: stone fruit, citrus lime, orange peel, almonds, marzipan
Palate: creamy, elegant, toasty oak, mineral finish
Food Pairing bergamot Belgian white chocolate, panko crusted goat's cheese with tahini dressing
Vintages
2018 Technical Specifications
Region Franschhoek
Food Pairing onion and garden herb bhaji with quinoa
Producer Information
Address
1412/9 Dassenberg Rd, Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 876 2770
Owner
Virgin Limited Edition (Richard Branson)
Cellarmaster
Michael Langenhoven