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Festive Summer Gift Pack (2 pack option)
R270.00 (incl. VAT)
Little Sparkle (100% Chardonnay Sparkling Brut) & Option 1: Sauvignon Blanc 2023 OR Option 2: Petit Chenin Blanc 2023 OR Option 3: Petit Rouge Merlot 2021 OR Option 4: Baldrick Shiraz 2021 Packaged in a sophisticated, branded 2-pack cardboard wine carrier, finished with ribbon & fynbos from the farm. -
Petit Gift Pack (2 pack option)
R250.00 (incl. VAT)
Option 1: Petit Chenin Blanc 2023 & Baldrick Shiraz 2021 OR Option 2: Petit Rouge Merlot 2021 & Sauvignon Blanc 2023 OR Option 3: Petit Chenin Blanc 2023 & Rose 2022 OR Option 4: Petit Rouge Merlot 2021 & Rose 2022 Packaged in a sophisticated, branded 2-pack cardboard wine carrier, finished with ribbon & fynbos from the farm. -
Petit Gift Pack (3 pack option)
R365.00 (incl. VAT)
Option 1: Petit Chenin Blanc 2023 & Rose 2023 & Petit Rouge Merlot 2021 OR Option 2: Petit Chenin Blanc 2023 & Rose 2023 & Baldrick Shiraz 2021 OR Option 3: Sauvignon Blanc 2023 & Rose 2023 & Petit Rouge Merlot 2021 OR Option 4: Sauvignon Blanc 2023 & Rose 2023 & Baldrick Shiraz 2021 Packaged in a sophisticated, branded 3-pack cardboard wine carrier, finished with ribbon & fynbos from the farm. -
VINEYARDS Beautiful mature Chenin Blanc planted on south-facing slopes and composed exclusively of shy bearing, well-weathered granite soils. These vineyards produce a low average crop of only 9 tons per hectare, which ensures a tremendous concentration of fruit flavours on the palate. All the fruit is hand-picked on taste at optimum ripeness, ranging from 21-23ºB. VINIFICATION Our grapes are picked in the cool, early hours of the morning and processed immediately. The grapes are destemmed and chilled further before they are pressed. This short supply from vine to press ensures minimal degradation of the fruit aromas. The free-run juice and press juices are kept separate from each other and treated according to their individual character. The wines are cold fermented in small stainless-steel tanks and are 100% unwooded. This method locks in freshness and vigor, which elevates the natural aromatics. After fermentation, the wines are matured on the yeast lees to promote mouth feel and creaminess, before they are blended, stabilized, and bottled. TASTING NOTES & CELLARING & FOOD PAIRING he wine has a striking, pale lime colour. The nose has pronounced tropical aromas of guava, passion fruit, and melon with an interesting floral, potpourri twist. On the palate, you can enjoy white peach, kiwi fruit, and pink lady apple, underpinned by a delightful flinty freshness and delicate citrus finish. Full and fresh, this wine will pair well with prawn risotto, lobster, soft cheeses, and sunshine. Accolades 2022 Vintage: 2022 Michelangelo - Double Gold 2022 Gilbert Gaillard - Gold (87 pts) 2021 Vintage: 2021 Michelangelo - Gold 2020 Vintage: 2020 Gold Wines Awards - Gold Analysis pH 3,42 Total Acidity 5.9 g/l Residual Sugar 3.3 g/l Alcohol 12.7 % Download Tasting Sheet
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VINEYARDS
The grapes used to make this wine come from adjacent old vineyards planted in 1981 and 1984 respectively. For obvious reasons the one vineyard is called the Spice Block and the other the Long Block. Yields are rarely above 7t/ha and therefore naturally produce wines of structure and superior concentration. Our soils consist primarily of deep, well-weathered granite with moderate amounts of clay and iron. Such soils elevate the aromatics and promote finesse in the wine.
VINIFICATION
Grapes are picked in the cool, early hours of the morning then packed into a cold room for further cooling. Once the grapes are below 10°C they are gently destemmed, crushed and pressed speedily to tank. During this process, the sensitive Sauvignon Blanc juice is protected from oxidative degradation, through the judicious application of dry ice pellets. These pellets form an “insulation blanket” of carbon dioxide gas above the juice. The initial, free-run juice and press juice are managed separately, according to their character. The juice is cold settled for 48 hours before it is racked from its sediments and inoculated with pure yeast cultures. Cold fermentation at 12°C locks in freshness and ensures an intense tropical fruit bouquet. After fermentation, the wine is kept on the gross lees for 4 months. This practice adds weight and texture to the palate. TASTING NOTES & CELLARING & FOOD PAIRINGThe wine is crystal clear with a slight green edge. It displays an aromatic kaleidoscope, rich with perfumed peach, white pear, passion fruit and lime. These wonderful aromas prevail on the palate with added guava, pineapple, potpourri and nettle. The roundness of the palate is perfectly balanced by a steely mineral zest and enjoyable long finish. Enjoy chilled with fresh sourdough bread and soft cheeses or lime drizzled game fish.
Accolades 2020 Vintage: 2020 Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge - Gold 2023 Vintage: 2023 Michelangelo- Double Gold 2023 Gold Wine Awards- Gold 2023 Vitis Vinifera- Gold Analysis pH 3.33 Total Acidity 5.8 g/l Residual Sugar 4.5 g/l Alcohol 12.78 % Download Tasting Sheet