Description
In The Vineyard
Grapes are sourced from vineyards in the Piekenierskloof region. They are bush vine vineyards and grow on sandy loam soils. The vines are farmedmeticulously and the yield between 5 and 8 ton per hectare.
Harvest Date
Middle to end of February.
Winemaking
Grapes were handpicked very early in the morning allowing the fruit to retain their natural flavor. Only the free run juice was used, allowed to settle and inoculated with selected yeast strain, fermenting under controlled conditions at 14°C
Tasting Note
Yellow peach, pear and apricot on the nose with juicy tropical summer melon on the palate, complemented by soft notes of lime. The palate is concentrated with with hints of mango on the finish.