Backsberg Hillside Viognier 2013

Exceptionally rich flavours of apricots, peach and lemon with undertones of cinnamon and hazelnut are derived from barrel fermentation. Ageing on the yeast lees has ensured a smooth, creamy texture. An elegant and powerful, aromatic white wine.

Creamy cheeses, curries and strongly flavoured fusion food.

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variety : Viognier [ 90% Viognier, 10% Rousanne ]

winery : Backsberg Family Wines

winemaker : Alicia Rechner

wine of origin : Paarl

analysis : alc : 13.68 % vol rs : 3.8 g/l pH : 3.21 ta : 6.6 g/l

type : White style : Dry taste : Fruity wooded

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Screwcap

ageing : 8 - 10 years

in the vineyard : Climate: Mediterranean
Soil Type: Simonsberg slopes of weathered granite and clay loam soils.
Origin: Paarl

in the cellar : The fruit is picked very ripe and the clarified juice is fermented in 225ℓ French oak barrels. 100% new oak is used and the wine is left in contact with its lees until bottling, about 6 months later.

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