Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 3 g/L
pH 3.45
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 6-March 6, 2024
Vine Age 6.7 ha planted 16 years before the 2024 harvest and 8.5 ha planted 7 years before the 2024 harvest.
Lees Aging 4 months
Production Details Grapes were hand-harvested in the early morning at 20-23.5 degrees B. The winemaking process was done in reductive conditions using 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 at 11 C for approximately 24 days. The wine was further matured on the fine lees for an additional four months with monthly batonnage.
Tasting Notes
Nose: winter melon, stone fruit, tropical aromas
Palate: refreshing, abundant fruit, crisp, clean, golden delicious apple finish
Food Pairing fish dishes, mild Thai curries, peri-peri chicken, salad with baby spinach, avocado, hard-boiled eggs, white anchovies
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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