Chameleon

2011

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

68% Sauvignon Blanc , 32% Chardonnay

Vineyards

The Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc grapes were selected from vineyards between 17 and 29 years in age.

Harvest Date

The Sauvignon Blanc was harvested between 2nd and 17th February 2011. The Chardonnay between 3rd of February and 2nd March 2011.

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:3.45            RS: 3.4g/l

Awards

Received 3 stars in the 2012 Platter’s South African Wine Guide