Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.4%
Residual Sugar 4.8 g/L
pH 3.1
Total Acidity 6.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc100%
Region Worcester
Soil Mediterranean microclimate with soil diversity, Breede river water
Vine Age 20-48 years
Pressing Method Whole Bunch
Natural Yeast Yes
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Details 70% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak70%
Oak Types French Oak
Production Details Hand-selected grapes from 20-48 year old vines. Whole-bunch pressed. 100% barrel fermented with wild and cultured yeast. Matured 12 months in 70% new French oak with bâtonnage. Superior structure, cellaring potential of 8+ years.
Tasting Notes
Nose: peach, blossom, lemon
Palate: fresh, crisp, citrus, lemon
Sight: pale_lemony_colour
Food Pairing spicy fish curries, chicken curries, creamy vegetable soup, strong cheeses
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Alfalfa Farm, Scherpenheuwel Road, Worcester, 6850, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0)21 905 0653
Email
Owner
Alvi's Drift Family