Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 2 g/L
pH 3.18
Total Acidity 6.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc
Region Elgin
Soil Bokkeveld shale
Elevation 280.0 meters
Orientation South, South East
Harvest Dates February 19 - March 13, 2020
Brix at Harvest 20.7°
Grape Clone 316, 317, 242, 159, 11, 215
Vine Age 3-23 years
Lees Aging 5 months
Production Details The growing season of the vines, prior to and during the 2020 harvest, consisted of moderate daytime and cool night temperatures, ideal for the development of quality grapes. We were blessed with a good volume of rain in October 2019 and January 2020, which benefited the vineyards greatly. Harvesting of Sauvignon Blanc started a week later compared to 2019, with the first grapes picked on 19 February and the last on 13 March. Picking took place in the early hours of the morning, ensuring the grapes arrive at a cool temperature at the cellar for optimal freshness. Grapes were harvested between 20.7-24°Brix, with acidities between 7.2-8.5 g/l. Our first plantings of Sauvignon Blanc were in 1990 and the latest in 2019. 17 of our 22 hectares were in production at the time of harvest, ranging from 3-23 years in age. A diversity of clones (316, 317, 242, 159, 11 and 215) offer a range of characteristic flavours. The soil is predominantly Bokkeveld shale. Slopes are of various aspects, but mostly South and South East facing. Vineyards range in height from 280-480m above sea level. Production 14,800 cases (x6). Release Date Nov 2020.
Tasting Notes
clear, bright, fresh, clean, tropical fruits, grapefruit, gooseberries, freshness
Food Pairing salads, lighter meats, seafood, cheese platters
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Producer Information
Website
Address
N2, Kromco Turn off, De Rust Estate, Grabouw, 7160, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 844 0605
Email
Owner
Paul Clüver (Managing Director), Clüver Family
Cellarmaster
Andries Burger