Delaire Graff Sauvignon Blanc

VINTAGE CHARACTERISTICS Severe weather fluctuations during bud break and flowering, followed by cool windy conditions contributed to less and uneven bunches and smaller berries. White wines have shown good acidity and balanced flavour profiles while reds, despite the challenging season, have shown elegance. VINEYARDS & HARVEST The grapes were handpicked in the early hours from the broader Western Cape region. Covering a vast area of over 400 kms, vineyards were selected from several premium wine regions in an effort to showcase the unique diversity in flavour profiles available within the Western Cape. GRAPE VARIETALS 96% Sauvignon Blanc & 4% Semillon VINIFICATION The grapes did not receive any skin contact and were gently pressed. Fermentation lasted 3 weeks at 15˚C. The wine was left on its primary lees for 5 weeks post fermentation and, after blending, an extra 3 months on fine lees. TASTING NOTES A classic maritime Sauvignon Blanc, this wine reveals aromas of cut grass, asparagus and hints of citrus tropical fruit. Discover a multilayered, mouth feel, crisp vibrancy with flavours of Cape gooseberry and zesty fruit with a mineral finish. WINE OF ORIGIN Western Cape, South Africa WINE ANALYSIS Residual Sugar: 2.4 g/1 Total Acidity: 6.5 g/1 pH: 3.07 Alcohol: 13.8%