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