Jordan The Outlier Sauvignon Blanc Barrel Fermented 2017

Name: Jordan The Outlier Sauvignon Blanc Barrel Fermented 2017
Brand: Jordan
SKU: 42883

Barrel-fermented dimension adds additional depth and complexity whilst retaining the linear qualities associated with grapes planted on south-east facing aspects. A dense portrayal of sun-kissed tropical fruits, a true ‘outlier’.

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variety : Sauvignon Blanc [ 100% Sauvignon Blanc ]

winery : Jordan Wine Estate

winemaker : Gary and Kathy Jordan with Sjaak Nelson

wine of origin : Stellenbosch

analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol rs : 2.0 g/l pH : 3.39 ta : 5.9 g/l

type : White style : Dry body : Full taste : Fruity wooded

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Screwcap

AWARDS

2017 - SAWi Awards: Grand Gold
2016 - FNB Sauvignon Blanc Top 10
2015- Top 100 SA Wines - Double Gold
2012- Silver at Decanter Wine Awards
2012- Trophy Best Sauvignon Blanc Old Mutual Trophy Show
2019 Tim Atkin SA Special Report - 92 Points

“Outlier” is a scientific term to describe things or phenomena that lie outside the normal experience or an observation that is numerically distinct from the rest of the data.

in the vineyard : Location & Climate
The distinct ravine which embodies Stellenbosch Kloof harnesses all the qualities of a well-orientated compass. Varying elevations and aspects allows us to grow a selection of classic varieties to specific sites that optimise this expression through their location. The cooler south- and east-facing aspects, unique in Stellenbosch, hosts the more sensitive and aromatic white-skinned grape varieties.

Stellenbosch Kloof enjoys a cooler Mediterranean climate with mari-time influences from False Bay, 14km to the south, and a refreshing breeze channelled from the West Coast’s Benguela current 24km to the north-west. These two breezes culminate at the top end of the ravine and bring in early morning mists, especially from False Bay. Consequently, temperatures in our meso-climate can be measured at least 3° Celsius cooler than inland Stellenbosch during ripening peri-ods. This adds a unique characteristic to Jordan wines.

Appellation: Wine of Origin Stellenbosch.
Soil: Underlying quartzite formations surrounded by 600 million-year old granite.
Aspect: South-facing, 220 - 365m above sea level.
Age of Vines: 32 years old.

about the harvest: Harvested between the 15th - 23rd of February 2017 at approximately 22°B.
Clones: 316 and 317

in the cellar : The grapes received 6 - 10 hours skin contact before being gently pressed in a “pneumatic” tank press. After inoculation the juice was fermented in 60% new and 40% second-fill barrels (mostly Nevers and Alliers with a 10% American Oak barrel selection to add a spicy character). The wine spent 8 months “sur lie” with occasional “batonage” to accentuate the leesy character. 50% tank-fermented Sauvignon Blanc was added to the blend.

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