Donkiesbaai Steen 2013

Colour – LightFresh Straw
Aroma – Tropical aromas of pineapple are well supported by fresh citrus notes. There is a subtle butterscotch aroma that adds to the complexity of the nose.
Palate–The fresh citrus and lush tropical fruit flavours follow through beautifully onto the palate. There is a rich, round mouthfeel with a fine minerality that leads up to a full, balanced finish.

variety : Chenin Blanc [ 100% Chenin Blanc ]

winery : Guardian Peak

winemaker : Coenie Snyman, Philip van Staden

wine of origin : Piekenierskloof

analysis : alc : 14.82 % vol rs : 1.7 g/l pH : 3.31 ta : 5.3 g/l

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

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : 0

Donkiesbaai on the West Coast of South Africa has been the vacation home to the Engelbrecht family for four generations. Crayfish, Harders and a cold glass of Steen (Chenin Blanc) is part of the history that is Donkiesbaai and with this wine I raise a glass with family and friends.

in the vineyard : Climate
Piekenierskloofhas a warm climate, but enjoys light winds from the southwest which results incool evenings. The vineyards grow athigh altitude and the approximate rainfall is 360mm per annum.

Soil
The vineyards are situated on a northeastern slope at the very top of Piekenierskloof pass. The Chenin Blanc bush vines are planted in deep sandy soil andyields5 tons per hectare.Extreme heat and dry land conditions necessitates deep root development, which serves as a great buffer against the harsh conditions.

in the cellar : The grapes are de-stemmed, crushed, pressed and left over night to settle. A portion of the wine was fermented in old French oak barrels for five months prior to bottling.

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Donkiesbaai Steen 2013

Chenin Blanc

Coenie Snyman, Philip van Staden

Donkiesbaai Steen 2013

Chenin Blanc

Coenie Snyman and Philip van Staden