Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.8%
Residual Sugar 2 g/L
pH 3.25
Total Acidity 6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc100%
Drinking Window Drink now, or enjoy the intriguing, complex ageing for another five to eight years.
Region Elgin
Soil Bokkeveld shale
Elevation 500.0 meters
Brix at Harvest 22.7°
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Foudre, Stainless Steel
Oak Types French
Production Details This Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from the highest vineyard in Elgin on a mountain plateau 500m above sea level only 18km away from the cool Atlantic Ocean. The vineyard, located on well-drained Bokkeveld shale soils, is one of the latest ripening sites in the Cape. Grapes were harvested by hand at an average 22.7°B, with bunch selection done in the vineyard and cool transportation in small bins to preserve the integrity of the fruit. A second berry sorting by hand occurred on arrival at the cellar and ensured that only the optimum quality grapes were crushed. All cellar tactics and handling decisions were made to retain freshness and emphasise the natural fruit quality and purity. All air contact with the juice and wine was avoided by using inert gasses to preserve the inherent fruit flavours. Fermentation took place in a combination of French oak barrels, Foudre and stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 14-16°C. Wine was left on the primary lees after fermentation. Stirring of the lees happened weekly for the first eight weeks, thereafter once monthly. This process, called bâtonnage, ensures a rounded and soft structure on the mid-palate of the wine and a rich, lingering finish.
Tasting Notes
Nose: blackcurrant, passion fruit, persian lime, lemongrass
Palate: key lime, tropical fruit, exotic fruit, mineral, chalky, oak, freshness, zesty
Individual Vintages
Producer Information
Website
Address
Boschendal Wine Estate, Helshoogte Road, Pniel, 7681, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 870 4200
Owner
Boschendal Estate
Cellarmaster
Jaqcues Viljoen