Chameleon
2005 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 (54%) Chardonnay (36%) Chenin Blanc (10%)
Vineyards
The Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc grapes were selected from vineyards between 17 and 22 years in age.
Harvest Date
The Sauvignon Blanc was harvested between 26th January and 7th February 2005, the Chardonnay between 3rd February and 3rd March 2005 and the Chenin Blanc on 18th February 2005.
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
Alc: 13%, TA: 6.7g/l, pH: 3.22, RS:2.4g/l
Awards
Received a Silver Medal at the 2005 Veritas Awards
Received 3½ stars in the 2006 John Platter Wine Guide