Chameleon

2009 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.

Variety

71% Sauvignon Blanc and 29% Chardonnay.

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