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Cullinan View Sauvignon Blanc 2004

International Wine Challenge 2005 - Seal of Approval
Full bodied wine with powerful varietal flavours of pineapple, granadilla, melon and green apple. Good structure with lovely balancing acidity.

Enjoy now with seafood, smoked salmon, roast chicken and pork. Serving temperature: 8° - 10°C
variety : Sauvignon Blanc [ Sauvignon Blanc ]
winery : 
winemaker : Francois Weich
wine of origin : Robertson
analysis : alc : 12.97 % vol  rs : 1.80 g/l  pH : 3.22  ta : 6.1 g/l  
type : White  
pack : Bottle  
AWARDS
International Wine Challenge 2005 - Seal of Approval

ageing : 2004-2005.
in the vineyard : 2004 was a slightly unusual harvest, with irregular weather patterns influencing ripening dramatically though overall quality was not adversely affected and volumes were slightly up on average. The preceding winter was cold enough for the vines to rest, but late rains and the ensuing weather conditions resulted in the whole harvest starting 2 weeks later. The unseasonal humid weather and thunder showers in January caused some problems in the early ripening varieties and the heat waves played havoc with sugar levels which meant the grapes were harvested even later than projected. However, 2004 will be remembered as a great vintage for red wines with good colour, great depth and an excellent fruit-acid balance, and whites with upfront fruit and a crisp acidity.
about the harvest: Sauvignon Blanc's early results are much better than last year. The effort and drive that we put behind all of this, gave a better result. Grapes were harvested between 22° - 23° Balling from a selection of vineyards.
in the cellar : Gentle pressing followed by using a Pneumatic bag press to capture the delicate fruit component. The wine was made reductively to prevent any oxidation and to ensure that natural flavours of the grapes could be retained. Fermentation happened slowly in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks for 18 days at 12°C.
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