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Rhebokskloof Estate Viognier 2008

Packed with character, this wine makes a statement with its ripe peach and pineapple perfume and flavours. Full-bodied and dry, with a long finish.

Good enough to drink on its own and would make a delicious start to any occasion. Serve well-chilled.
variety : Viognier [ 100% Viognier ]
winemaker : Rolanie Lotz
wine of origin : Paarl
analysis : alc : 14.3 % vol  rs : 3.1 g/l  pH : 3.33  ta : 5.7 g/l  so2 : 130 mg/l  fso2 : 26 mg/l  
type : White  style : Dry  body : Full   wooded
pack : Bottle  closure : Cork  
AWARDS
2009 Michelangelo International Wine Awards - Gold medal
in the vineyard : Soil type: Decomposed granite
Age: The vineyard was planted in 2003
Slope: East/North East-facing slopes

about the harvest: 

Grapes were harvested in February 2008 at 25° B.
Average yield: 8 tons/ha
in the cellar : Fermentation: 80% Fermentation in stainless steel tanks
20% Fermentation in oak barrels
Wine was kept on the lees and stirred regularly

Oaking: 2'nd fill 228L Burgundy French oak barrels

Aging: 80% tank aging for 8 months
20% barrel aging for 8 months
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