Chenin blanc 2010

Green apple, white pear and honey on the nose. Hints of quince, guava and a flintiness ads complexity to the wine. A full rounded mouth feel with apple and pear on the pallette is backed by a crisp acidity and lingering mouth feel.

Vineyards
The 25-year-old vines are exposed to the cooling SE sea breezes from Walker Bay, and has a sandy loam topsoil with a well-structured clay sub soil, which reduces water stress during the growth season.

Winemaking
The grapes were hand selected prior to being subjected to a gentle press. The juice was chilled and racked after 2 days. Fermentation temperature was kept at 12°C. The fermentation was completed after 18 days and the wine left on the lees for two months before racking.

Blend
86% Chenin blanc
14% Sémillon
 

Volumes
7 000 x 750ml bottles

Wine Of Origin
Walker Bay