2015 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Sémillon, Chenin Blanc and Verdelho; percentages not stated
Region Western Cape
Sites Sémillon from Elgin; Chenin Blanc from Wellington; Verdelho from Voor-Paardeberg
Fermentation Vessels Older French oak barrels
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Types French oak
Used Oak Only Yes
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details The three components were vinified separately. The grapes were pressed and the juice went directly to tank; without additions at that stage, it was transferred to older French oak barrels for spontaneous fermentation, remained in barrel for one year, received a small sulphur addition, and was then blended and bottled.
Critics Ratings 94
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
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| Wine-SearcherLWIN 1854125 | — | — | wine-searcher.com ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
The BLANKBOTTLE Winery, Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa
Phone
+27 82 872 8658
Email
Owner
Pieter Walser
Cellarmaster
Pieter Walser