Jordan Assyrtiko 2024
BACKGROUND
Jordan is home to the first mother block of Assyrtiko in South Africa. Planted on dry, windy, north-facing slopes overlooking the sea, this ancient variety is a love letter from the Mediterranean, whilst capturing our pioneering spirit as we move towards a regenerative future.
LOCATION & CLIMATE
The distinct ravine that embodies Stellenbosch Kloof harnesses all the qualities of a well-orientated compass. Varying elevations and aspects allow us to grow a selection of classic varieties to specific sites that optimise this expression through their location. The cooler south–facing aspect, hosts the more sensitive and aromatic white-skinned grape varieties, as seen in our Timepiece Sauvignon Blanc.
SOIL: Decomposed granite and loam.
ASPECT: North-facing, 200m above sea level.
AGE OF VINES: 5 years old.
CLONES: DA12566K
BLEND: 100% Assyrtiko
ANALYSIS
Alc: 13%
Total Acid: 8.9 g/l
pH: 2.87
Residual Sugar: 5.4g/l
TASTING NOTES
Pure and aromatic, minerally rather than floral. Citrus peel with green, crunchy stone fruit and steely acidity which drives the wine. Flinty notes with an intense mouthfeel and a distinctive mineral salinity adding to the bright, savoury finish.
HARVESTING
The grapes were hand picked on the 26th of February 2024 at 23.2°B.
WINEMAKING & MATURATION
After hand picking the Assyrtiko, the grapes were placed in a small basket press and underwent gentle pressing followed by cold settling of the juice for 2 days. The juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks to ensure the expression of pure varietal
character and kept on the lees for 3 months before being racked. The wine is unfiltered.
APPELLATION: Estate Wine of Origin Stellenbosch.
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