Jordan The Outlier Sauvignon Blanc 2022

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’.


variety : Sauvignon Blanc [ 100% Sauvignon Blanc ]
winemaker : Gary and Kathy Jordan with Sjaak Nelson
wine of origin : Stellenbosch
analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol  rs : 2.1 g/l  pH : 3.17  ta : 5.8 g/l  
type : White  style : Dry  body : Full  taste : Fruity   wooded
pack : Bottle  size : 0  closure : Screwcap  

AWARDS
2023 Investec Trophy Wine Show - Bronze
2021 Platter's - 4.5
2020 Old Mutual Trophy show - 86 Points
2020 Tim Atkin - 91 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 : 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 maritime 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 periods. 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
37 years old.

about the harvest: Harvested on the 15th until 25th  February 20252at 22.2°B.

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 29% new French oak barrels and the rest in second, third and fourth-fill barrels The wine spent 8 months “sur lie” with occasional “batonage” to accentuate the leesy character. 46% tank-fermented sauvignon blanc was added
to the blend.

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