Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 2.2 g/L
pH 3.55
Total Acidity 6.2 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window One to three years
Region Western Cape
Soil Glenrosa and sandstone
Elevation 1036.0 meters
Orientation South And East
Harvest Dates February 7-March 3, 2023
Vine Age 6.7 ha planted 16 years before the 2023 harvest and 8.5 ha planted 6 years before the 2023 harvest.
Lees Aging 4 months
Production Details Grapes were hand-harvested in the early morning at 20-23.5 degrees B. Winemaking was done in reductive conditions with dry ice and carbon dioxide gas. Grapes were crushed at 8 C with approximately five to eight hours of skin contact before a light pressing. Two days of juice settling was followed by racking and the addition of selected yeast. Fermentation was done at 11 C for approximately 24 days. The wine was matured on its fine lees for an additional four months with monthly batonnage before final blending and bottling.
Tasting Notes
Nose: green melon, Granny Smith apple, juicy pear, granadilla, fresh herbs
Palate: refreshing, classic Chenin acidity, weightless
Food Pairing fish, light curries, peri-peri dishes, Kalamata olives
Critics Ratings The South African Young Wine Show: Silver - 2023 vintage
The South African Young Wine ShowSilver - 2023 vintage
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Dwarsrivier Farm, Citrusdal, 7340, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)27 482 2827
Email
Owner
Nieuwoudt Family (David Nieuwoudt, Emma Nieuwoudt)
Cellarmaster
David Nieuwoudt