Brand : Seven Sisters

Cultivar :

Chenin Blanc

Vintage : 2009

Production / Vinification Methods

The grapes are harvested by hand at optimum ripeness as

determined by the sugar/acid ratio, then de-stemmed, crushed

and cooled. The free run juices from the static drainers are

fermented separately at 13°C from the juice. Different tanks are

blended to obtain the optimum bouquet and pallet.

Soil / Viticulture practices

The cultivar is grown on a variety of soil types in the Malmesbury

region, but mainly shale and oakleaf.

Climate

The Swartland falls within the coastal winter rainfall area. Warm

summers, moderated by cool Atlantic breezes. Annual rainfall: 400mm.

Tasting

Typical tropical guava flavours supported by passion fruit and

underlying citrus blossoms flavours. The wine is full and rich on

palate, with a crisp finish.

Official Analysis

Alc: 12.10

TA: 7.1

RS: 1.0

pH: 3.35