Chameleon

2003 Jordan Chameleon Sauvignon Blanc/ Chardonnay

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

Sauvignon Blanc (51%) Chardonnay (49%)

Vineyards

The Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc grapes were selected from vineyards between 15 and 20 years in age.

Harvest Date

The Sauvignon Blanc was harvested between 5th and 12th February 2003 and the Chardonnay between 19th and 28th   February 2003.

Winemaking

The Sauvignon Blanc was tank-fermented to retain the intense varietal character, and blended with tank-fermented Chardonnay that received extended lees contact to create a full fruity wine.

Tasting Notes

An intriguing blend – grassy, green fig Sauvignon Blanc and zesty, citrus-melon Chardonnay, balanced by a long creamy finish.

Analysis

Alc: 13.5%, TA: 6.45g/l, pH: 3.15, RS: 3.6g/l