2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.26%
Residual Sugar 2 g/L
pH 3.62
Total Acidity 5.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier
Chenin Blanc42%
Chardonnay29%
Viognier29%
Region Swartland
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Amphora
Oak Types French
Production Details The Chardonnay and Viognier were fermented in 300 litre French oak. The fresh fruity unwooded bush vine Chenin Blanc forms the backbone of this blend. The wood fermented Chardonnay & Viognier adds to the richness and creaminess which complements the fruit of the Chenin Blanc. 50% of the Chenin Blanc was fermented in a clay pot (Amphora). The Amphora protects the fruit and helps with the mouthfeel.
Food Pairing asian food, seared tuna, poultry
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 3.4 g/L
pH 3.61
Total Acidity 5.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier
Chenin Blanc66%
Chardonnay17%
Viognier17%
Region Swartland
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Amphora
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details The Chardonnay and Viognier were fermented in 300 litre French oak. 50% of the Chenin Blanc was fermented in a clay pot (Amphora). The Amphora protects the fruit and helps with the mouthfeel. The wood fermented Chardonnay & Viognier adds to the richness and creaminess which complements the fruit of the Chenin Blanc.
Food Pairing asian food, seared tuna, poultry
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.28%
Residual Sugar 2.3 g/L
pH 3.63
Total Acidity 5.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier
Chenin Blanc58%
Chardonnay21%
Viognier21%
Region Swartland
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Amphora
Production Details The Chardonnay and the Viognier were fermented in 300 litre French oak. The fresh fruity unwooded bush vine Chenin Blanc forms the backbone of this blend. The wood fermented Chardonnay & Viognier adds to the richness and creaminess which complements the fruit of the Chenin Blanc. 50% of the Chenin Blanc was fermented in a clay pot (Amphora). The Amphora protects the fruit and helps with the mouthfeel.
Food Pairing Asian food, seared Tuna, poultry
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 2.2 g/L
pH 3.46
Total Acidity 5.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier
Chenin Blanc52%
Chardonnay24%
Viognier24%
Region Swartland
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre
Production Details The Chardonnay and the Viognier were fermented in 300 litre French oak. The fresh fruity unwooded bush vine Chenin Blanc forms the backbone of this blend. The wood fermented Chardonnay & Viognier adds to the richness and creaminess which complements the fruit of the Chenin Blanc.
Tasting Notes
straw colour, peaches, apricots
Food Pairing Asian food, seared Tuna, poultry
2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.4%
Residual Sugar 4.1 g/L
pH 3.32
Total Acidity 6.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier
Chenin Blanc63%
Chardonnay25%
Viognier12%
Region Swartland
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300 litre French oak
Production Details The Chardonnay and the Viognier were fermented in 300 litre French oak. The fresh fruity unwooded bush vine Chenin Blanc forms the backbone of this blend. The wood fermented Chardonnay & Viognier adds to the richness and creaminess which complements the fruit of the Chenin Blanc.
Food Pairing Asian food, seared Tuna, poultry
2017 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.78%
Residual Sugar 2.6 g/L
pH 3.37
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier
Chenin Blanc63%
Chardonnay25%
Viognier12%
Region Swartland
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Production Details The name derives from the gemstone Tourmaline. This subtly elegant wine is a creamy, barrel fermented Chardonnay, Viognier and Chenin Blanc blend. The Chardonnay and the Viognier were fermented in 300 litre French oak. The fresh fruity unwooded bush vine Chenin Blanc forms the backbone of this blend. The wood fermented Chardonnay & Viognier adds to the richness and creaminess which complements the fruit of the Chenin Blanc. Lovely straw colour with notes of peach and apricot on the nose unveiling various fruit layers. Rich butterscotch with nutty notes on the taste. The acidity of the Chardonnay balances out the aromatic characteristics of the Viognier. A perfectly, harmoniously balanced wine with oak, fruit and acidity - these adds to the mouthfeel and lingering after taste. Andries Blake is a seasoned Swartland winemaker and knows the terroir very well. His love for the terroir dates back to his first vintage in 1996. His knowledge and experience enabled him to select the best vineyards for the Tourmaline. This wine is a true reflection of the Swartland terroir.
Tasting Notes
Nose: peach, apricot
Palate: butterscotch, nutty
2016 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.34%
Residual Sugar 2.89 g/L
pH 3.59
Total Acidity 5.17 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier
Chenin Blanc38%
Chardonnay37%
Viognier25%
Region Swartland
Oak Types French
Production Details The Chardonnay and the Viognier were fermented in 300 litre French oak. The wood fermented Chardonnay and Viognier adds to the richness and creaminess which complements the fruit of the bush vine unwooded Chenin Blanc.
2015 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.42%
Residual Sugar 4.1 g/L
pH 3.48
Total Acidity 5.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier
Chenin Blanc60%
Chardonnay25%
Viognier15%
Region Swartland
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 300L
Production Details The Chardonnay and the Viognier were fermented in 300 litre French oak. The fresh, fruity unwooded bush vine Chenin Blanc forms the backbone of this wine. The wood fermented Chardonnay and Viognier adds to the richness and creaminess which complements the fruit of the Chenin Blanc. Andries Blake has 18 years of experience and knowledge of the Swartland terroir and this enabled him to select the best vineyards for the Tourmaline. This wine is a true reflection of the Swartland terroir. The Swartland is pre-dominantly a dry land bush vine area with low yields and high concentration of fruit flavours.
Food Pairing smoked yellow tail, chicken with spring vegetables, traditional Cape Malay curry
Producer Information
Website
Phone
+27 (0)22 451 2701
Owner
Andries and Marinda Blake