Rijk's Private Cellar Sauvignon Blanc 2004

Subtle whiffs of white asparagus and gooseberry aromas flirt with the nose. The palate succumbs to a synchronised flavour spectrum that is well supported by a creamy mouth feel and crisp acidity.


variety : Sauvignon Blanc [ 100% Sauvignon Blanc ]
winemaker : Pierre Wahl
wine of origin : Tulbagh
analysis : alc : 13.4 % vol  rs : 1.2 g/l  pH : 3.2  ta : 7.2 g/l  
type : White  style : Dry  body : Full  
pack : Bottle  closure : Cork  

AWARDS
  • Michelangelo International Wine Awards 2005 - Silver Medal
  • ageing : Enjoy now until end 2006.

    in the vineyard : Vines: Single block vineyard of 0.7 ha.
    Yield: Harvest 9 Tons at an average of 6.8 t / ha.
    Trellis: Double Cordon

    about the harvest: Night harvested and hand picked.

    in the cellar : Worked reductively throughout the winemaking process. 26 Hours skin contact. Extended lees contact for 6 months after fermentation.

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