Chameleon
2004 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 (44%) Chardonnay (40%) Chenin Blanc (16%)
Vineyards
The Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc grapes were selected from vineyards between 16 and 21 years in age.
Harvest Date
The Sauvignon Blanc was harvested between 10th February and 15th March 2004, the Chardonnay between 12th and 22nd March 2004 and the Chenin Blanc on the 18th of February 2004.
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. A small percentage of tank fermented Chenin Blanc was blended to add richness to the wine
Tasting Notes
An intriguing blend – grassy, green fig Sauvignon Blanc and zesty, citrus-melon Chardonnay, balanced by a long creamy finish.
Analysis
13.5% Alc, TA: 6.7g/l, pH: 3.38, RS:2.6g/l
Awards
Selected by Wine 500
Scored 89 points in The Wine Spectator (October 2003 issue)
Received 3½ stars in the 2005 John Platter Wine Guide