De Krans Cape White Port N/V

This port has a yellow-gold colour with a lovely spicy, nutty richness on the nose and a lively, dry finish with plenty of grip. An excellent alternative to sherry as an aperitif. It should be served slightly chilled, especially in the warm sumemr months.


variety : Chenin Blanc [ Chenin Blanc ]
winery : De Krans Wines
winemaker : Boets & Stroebel Nel
wine of origin : Klein Karoo
analysis : alc : 19.5 % vol  rs : 65 g/l  ta : 5.1 g/l  
type : Fortified  
pack : Bottle  

in the vineyard : 42 year old vines on sandy-loam soils, low yielding.

about the harvest: Picked at 25% Balling.

in the cellar : Fermented on the skins, regularly punching the cap. Fortification with unmatured brandy spirit. Wood matured for an average of one year in old 500 liter barrels.

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