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 27ÂºC; Winter 10ÂºC
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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