Stonecross Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon 2006

Name: Stonecross Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon 2006
Brand: Stonecross
SKU: 17052

Good weight on the middle palate, balanced by a crisp freshness and a long finish. A dry aperitif-style with subtle honey flavours.

Vegetarian Pasta, Pan-fried chicken breast, Sushi.

variety : Sauvignon Blanc [ % uvignon Blanc, Semillon% ]

winery : Deetlefs Estate

winemaker : Ilze van Dijk

wine of origin : Rawsonville

analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol

type : White style : Dry body : Medium taste : Fruity

pack : Bottle closure : Cork

ageing : 1 - 2 years

in the vineyard : Sauvignon Blanc
Rootstock: 101-14/8-7
Clone: SB37B
Plant Date: 1998
Hectares: 6 ha
Average Ton/Ha: 12 t/ha
Trellising System: 4 wire vertical Perold 4 wire vertical
Irrigation System: Drip
Height above sea level: 242 m
Direction: N/S

Semillon
Rootstock: 101-14
Clone: GD1
Plant Date: 1995
Hectares : 10 ha
Average Ton/Ha: 12 t/ha
Trellising System: 4 wire vertical Perold
Irrigation System: Drip
Height above sea level: 242 m
Direction:N/S

about the harvest: Grapes were picked at different stages of ripening.
Harvest date: 12 February - 9 March 2006

in the cellar : All the different components were kept separately before the final blend was made. The final blend was left on less for 3 months before bottling.

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