Stonecross Chenin Blanc/Chardonnay 2005

Swiss International Air Lines Wine Awards 2006 - Bronze
A soft/green appearance with a bright sub-tropical bouquet, ripe peach and fresh fruit flavours. The tropical fruitiness is supported by the creamy texture and delicate hint of spicy oak with a lingering aftertaste.

A superb aperitif, yet enough character to accompany a variety of dishes.Meat: Fried chicken, chicken breast with mango or other fruit. Pickled meat and smoked porkFish: Calamari and mussels, poached sole with creamy sauce, sushiSide dishes: Egg mayonnaise sandwich, cold salads, and potatoes.Cheese: Goat’s milk cheese in pastry.

variety : Chenin Blanc [ 80% Chenin Blanc, 20% Chardonnay ]
winery : Deetlefs Estate
winemaker : Kobus Deetlefs
wine of origin : Rawsonville
analysis : alc : 13.06 % vol  
type : White  style : Dry  body : Light  taste : Fruity  
pack : Bottle  

AWARDS
Swiss International Air Lines Wine Awards 2006 - Bronze

ageing : Excellent now, but portrays good development potential.

in the vineyard : Chenin Blanc
Rootstock: R99
Clone: 1061A
Plant Date: 1997
Hectares:16ha
Average Ton/ha: 16 t/ha
Trellising System: 4 wire vertical Perold
Irrigation: Drip

Chardonnay
Rootstock:R99
Clone: None
Plant date: 1996
Hectares: 5.5ha
Average Ton/ha: 13 t/ha
Trellising System: 4 wire vertical Perold
Irrigation: Drip

about the harvest: Grapes were harvested at different stages of ripening.

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