Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2010

Name: Overgaauw Sauvignon Blanc 2010
Brand: Overgaauw
SKU: 25513

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variety : Sauvignon Blanc [ 100% Sauvignon Blanc ]

winery : Overgaauw Estate

winemaker : David van Velden

wine of origin : Stellenbosch

analysis : alc : 13.0 % vol rs : 2.69 g/l ta : 6.62 g/l

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

pack : Bottle closure : Screwcap

in the vineyard : The unique aspect combined with the soils of Overgaauw contribute in creating a wonderfully complex Sauvignon Blanc, with amazing well balanced natural acids and notes of minerality. The aroma and flavours are a combination of herbaceous greens and elegant tropical fruits.
Viticulture:
Vineyard location: Stellenbosch Kloof
175 above sea level, S- facing, 15km from False Bay
Moderate Climate: Winter ave temp: 13ºC (min 7ºC, max 17ºC)
Summer ave temp: 21.5ºC (min 20.5º, max 30.5ºC)
Soil Type Deep Hutton and Clovelly (decomposed Granite)
Age of vines: 13 years
Trellising: 4-wire hedge system with moveable wires
Pruning Cordon system with 2 bud spurs, ensuring low yield

about the harvest: The single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc grapes that were picked at optimum ripeness with an amazing natural high acid produced a crisp very refreshing wine rich in complexity.

Harvest date: February 2010
Cool harvesting: 05h30 to 11h00 to retain intense varietal flavours
Yield per hectare: 6 tons
Sugar at harvest: 23ºB

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