Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.0%
Residual Sugar 6.8 g/L
pH 3.34
Total Acidity 6.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 105 kcal / glass
150ml glass105 kcal
750ml bottle525 kcal
Grape Varieties Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Chardonnay87%
Pinot Noir13%
Drinking Window 2025 onwards
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Sweetwater, Tukulu, Dundee, Pinedene
Elevation 100.0 meters
Orientation South-North To East-West
Vine Age 14-18 years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel, Oak Barrel
Malolactic Fermentation 100%
Oak Details 10% Second Fill Oak
Second Fill Oak10%
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 205 liter
Closure Hand Selected Quality Cork With Wire Hood
Production Details The wine went through malolactic fermentation and spent a further 5 months in tank on its primary lees before it was sweetened again and inoculated for the fermentation in bottle. 10% of the wine was transferred to 205 liter second fill and older French oak barrels halfway through fermentation and aged for 5 months. The wine spent 55 months on its lees in bottle before it was riddled by hand and disgorged.
Tasting Notes
iodine-like minerality, fresh ocean breeze, freshly crushed oyster shells, rich biscuity allure, ladylike elegance, freshly baked bread, lemon zest, hints of Pink Lady apples, citrus, pineapple, gooseberries, rich and creamy aftertaste
Food Pairing tempura oysters, deep fried fish, Asian food, sashimi, avocado, freshly baked bread, grilled fish, soft cheeses, warm lemon and thyme chicken dish with steamed vegetables like parsnips, fennel or asparagus, goat's milk cheese, feta
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Lourensford Ave, Somerset West, 7130, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 847 2200
Email
Owner
Dr Christo Wiese
Cellarmaster
Hannes Nel