Technical Specifications
Alcohol 11.8%
Residual Sugar 7.6 g/L
Total Acidity 7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 100 kcal / glass
150ml glass100 kcal
750ml bottle500 kcal
Grape Varieties Riesling
Riesling100%
Region Elgin
Soil Casey's ridge vineyard, Elgin: loamy and very rocky red slate
Sites 100% Casey's Ridge Vineyard, Elgin
Grape Clone Casey's Ridge Vineyard: WR110F
Vine Age Casey's Ridge Vineyard planted 2011
Fermentation Vessels Stainless Steel
Natural Yeast Yes
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Volume 2,600 bottles
Bottles2,600
Production Details 2019 was a great vintage with cool late ripening for Riesling. Spontaneous fermentation lasted just over 9 weeks and delivered palate weight, texture and citrus aromas.
Tasting Notes
Nose: citrus, lemon sherbet, floral, fynbos, rose geranium, apple blossom
Palate: zesty, fruity, citrus
Food Pairing salads, cheeses, Asian-style dishes with spice, Asian-style dishes with sweetness
Critics Ratings David Swingler (Platter's): 91/100
David Swingler (Platter's)91/100
Tim Atkin92/100
Jancis Robinson16.5/20
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Waterval Farm, Stanford, Western Cape, South Africa
Phone
+27 76 228 3116
Email
Owner
Jessica Saurwein
Cellarmaster
Jessica Saurwein