Savanha Sauvignon Blanc 2005

John Platter 2006 - 3 Stars
Green figs, kiwi and asparagus flavours on the nose and palette. A lively crisp and full bodied wine with a fresh lingering finish.

Best served with light meals or seafood.

variety : Sauvignon Blanc [ 100% Sauvignon Blanc ]
winery : Savanha
winemaker : Jacques Erasmus
wine of origin : Western Cape
analysis : alc : 12.71 % vol  rs : 2.71 g/l  pH : 3.35  ta : 5.43 g/l  
type : White  style : Dry  body : Medium  taste : Herbaceous  
pack : Bottle  

AWARDS
John Platter 2006 - 3 Stars

ageing : Enjoy now, or within 2 years from harvest.

in the vineyard : Average Temperature: Summer 27ºC; Winter 10ºC
Annual rainfall: 550mm
Spoil: Alluvial soils in an ancient riverbed with good drainage, aeration and water retention capacity.

about the harvest: Grapes are Harvested in early morning, crushed, destemmed and pressed.

in the cellar : Cold maceration for 4 hours before fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks until dry. The wine is left on lees for 2 months before racking, blending and stabilization.

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