Chameleon
2008 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 (71%) Chardonnay (29%)
Vineyards
The Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc grapes were selected from vineyards between 14 and 26 years in age.
Harvest Date
The Sauvignon Blanc was harvested between 12th – 19th February 2008 and the Chardonnay on the 18th February 2008.
Winemaking
The Sauvignon Blanc was tank-fermented to retain its 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: 5.9g/l, pH: 3.5 , RS: 2.2g/l