Jordan
2002 Jordan Sauvignon Blanc Barrel Fermented
Description
Spectacular panoramic views of Stellenbosch and Cape Town, cool hillside vineyards planted to classic varieties, and a modern family-run winery have combined to produce distinctive wines displaying the ripe concentrated fruity accessibility of the New World, with the complex elegance of classic wine styles.
Variety
100 % Sauvignon Blanc
Vineyards
The grapes were harvested from 8 -20 year old south- and east-facing vineyards, situated on decomposed granite and loamy soils, 220m above sea level.
Harvest Date
The grapes were harvested between 7th and 25th February 2002.
Winemaking
The grapes received 12 - 18 hours skin contact before being gently pressed in a “pneumatic” tank press. After inoculation the juice was fermented in 60% new, and 40% second-fill barrels (mostly Nevers and Alliers). The wine spent 8 months “sur lie” with occasional “batonage” to accentuate the leesy character. 24% tank-fermented Sauvignon Blanc was added to the blend.
Tasting Notes
Ripe fig, gooseberry and tropical fruit flavours are complemented by the gentle vanilla nuances of oak
Analysis
Alc: 13.5%, TA: 6.1g/l, pH: 3.36, RS: 1.8g/l