Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 3.7 g/L
pH 3.42
Total Acidity 5.84 g/L
Calories (estimated) 110 kcal / glass
150ml glass110 kcal
750ml bottle550 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window Ready to be enjoyed now but will age well for 6-7 years.
Region Swartland
Harvest Dates Middle to end of February 2023
Fermentation Vessels Oak Foudre, Stainless Steel, Cement Tank
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Aging 10 months
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 5000L foudres
Bottling Date March 2024
Production Details Leeuwenkuil practices dry-land viticulture due to the harsh, dry conditions where bush-vine vineyards thrive. These dry-land farmed, bush-vine vineyards deliver exceptional quality fruit with depth and texture. The 2023 vintage followed a normal to good winter. Harvest started late due to cool spring and early summer conditions that allowed for healthy development of aromas and a healthy pH. After handpicking the grapes, they were whole-bunch pressed to retain their natural acidity. Some parcels were wild fermented in 5,000L French oak foudres, some in stainless steel tanks, and others in cement tanks; then aged for 10 months before blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: citrus blossom, quince, yellow apple
Palate: stone fruit, pithy character, fresh minerality
Food Pairing roasted cauliflower spiced coconut cream curry, hearty seafood paella, goats cheese herb-crusted chicken roast
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Vryguns Road, Windmeul, Paarl, 7630, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 865 2455
Email
Owner
Willie and Emma Dreyer
Cellarmaster
Koos van der Merwe