Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.56%
Residual Sugar 2.6 g/L
pH 3.53
Total Acidity 5.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Drinking Window 3-4 years from vintage
Region Paarl
Soil Sandy loam with clay subsoil
Vine Age 55 years
Sulfites 99.0 ppm
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Origin Paarl. Yield 2 tons per hectare. The 2023 vintage had ideal weather conditions with no severe heat waves; pressing conditions remained favorable until the end of February and grape quality was excellent in one of the smallest harvests in more than a decade. Grapes were harvested early morning while cool, lug boxes were further cooled in cold rooms, and bunches and berries were slowly sorted before pressing. Fermentation was done slowly at 12C. The wine was left on the lees with regular battonage. A portion underwent malolactic fermentation. Oak maturation occurred in first- and second-fill barrels for 6-9 months, while a portion was aged in a concrete egg to enhance mouthfeel and minerality. Final blending took place prior to bottling. Free SO2 21 mg/l. VA 0.59 g/l.
Tasting Notes
Nose: oak spice, vanilla, baked apple pie, stone fruits, ripe pineapple
Palate: rich, creamy, fresh green apple acidity, yellow peach, citrus, golden apples, crème brûlée
Food Pairing tuna ceviche, sushi, aromatic curry
Producer Information
Website
Address
Bodal Rd, Paarl, 7655, South Africa
Phone
+27 21 868 2393
Owner
Kirchner Family
Cellarmaster
Marcus Milner