Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 3.2 g/L
pH 3.03
Total Acidity 7.9 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc100%
Drinking Window on release but will reward with cellaring for up to 10 years from harvest
Region Western Cape
Soil Oakleaf and tukulu on malmesbury shale
Elevation 230.0 meters
Orientation North East
Vineyard Yield 39 hL/ha
Brix at Harvest 22.1°
Vine Age 34 years
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel
Pressing Method Whole Cluster
Natural Yeast Yes
Oak Aging 10 months
Lees Aging 10 months
Oak Types French
Barrel Size 400L
Bottling Date December 2021
Production Details The grapes were harvested at around 22.1 brix on the 8th, picked into small grape crates, chilled overnight, whole bunch pressed the next day, then settled overnight before fermentation in 400L old French oak barrels. Fermentation started naturally and the wine matured sur lie for 10 months with regular lees stirring.
Tasting Notes
Nose: quince, passionfruit, grapefruit, fresh herbs, brioche, vanilla
Palate: quince jelly, grapefruit, citrus texture, creamy, round, toasted almonds, crisp dry finish, salinity
Food Pairing grilled fish, chicken dishes
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin's South Africa Report 2022: 93 points
Tim Atkin's South Africa Report 202293 points
Platter's Wine Guide 20234 1/2 stars
Vinous Neal Martin90 points
Jancis Robinson17/20
Wine Advocate - Anthony Mueller88 points
Producer Information
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Phone
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Email
Owner
Miles Mossop
Cellarmaster
Miles Mossop