Export Only
Winemaker Karl Lambour says this is an elegant wine with ripe, gooseberry flavours backed by green fig and guava and a long yet crisp finish. This 100% Sauvignon Blanc is dry, round and flavourful with good harmony between the vegetal, grassy and peppery aromas. Fresh, yet complex, it has a zingy acidity that balances well with the overall rich character. Perfectly complements the more robust chicken, pork and fish dishes.
in the vineyard : Grapes were sourced from vineyards in Stellenbosch and Durbanville ranging in age from eight to 16 years old, grown in soils varying from decomposed granite to deep Clovelly and Hutton soils, with excellent drainage. Located at altitudes from 210m to 410m, the trellised vineyards face south-east to south-west and are thus ideally positioned to take advantage of prevailing sea-breezes. However, appropriate canopy management and row orientation minimises wind damage.
The warm temperatures of the preceding winter resulted in smaller than usual berries, providing an excellent skin/fruit ratio, making for enhanced flavour and colour. Cooler than average ripening temperatures saw grapes delivered with excellent varietal character, ranging from grassy to green fig flavours.