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
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