variety : Sauvignon Blanc [ 100% Sauvignon Blanc ]
winemaker : Sjaak Nelson
wine of origin : Stellenbosch
analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol rs : 2.1 g/l pH : 3.24 ta : 6.1 g/l
type : White style : Dry wooded
pack : Bottle size : 0 closure : Cork
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 channeled 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: Decomposed granite and loam.
Aspect: South-facing, 220 - 365m above sea level.
Aging of vines: 40 years old.
Clones: Weerstasie.