Description
Wine of Western Cape, South Africa
Suitable for Vegetarians
Sauvignon Blanc – White South African WineThe Secretary Bird, a name deriving from it’s quill like feathers, is a familiar site in the open grasslands of the Western Cape and one of South Africa’s most treasured national birds. Grown from vines in the Western Cape, this crisp and fruity Sauvignon Blanc has lifted green fruit aromas, complemented by subtle flavours of or ripe apples, citrus acidity and a long, mineral finish. A versatile wine to match with a host of foods.
Type of Closure: Screwcap
Current Vintage: 2013
Producer: Boutinot France
Grape Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Winemaker: Marinda Kruger
Agent: Boutinot
Vinification Details: Grapes are machine harvested, followed by de-stemming. The grapes are then crushed and macerated. Temperature controlled, stainless steel fermentation is conducted with selected yeasts in order to produce a fresh and modern style of white wine.
History: 2012 is our 21st vintage in South Africa. Thanks to long-standing relationships with growers, we have been able to consistently source the best parcels of fruit and successfully establish the Boutinot South Africa style and standard always developing and improving quality. This means working in the vineyards, selection the best sites, overseeing the winemaking. Responsibility for this task now falls to our South African winemaker Marinda Kruger Van Eck and our range encompasses three different and very characterful styles.
Regional Information: Grapes are sourced from long-established vineyards on the Wellington/Swartland borders, an area of low rainfall with mainly decomposed granite soils. The vines are low-trellised and the grapes were picked mid-March.
Alcohol By Volume: 12.5
Units: 9.4
Taste Category: 2
Tasting Notes: Lifted green fruit aromas, complemented by subtle flavours of or ripe apples, citrus acidity and a long, mineral finish
Serving Suggestion: A versatile wine to match with a host of foods and is equally enjoyable on its own.
Statutory/Years: 18
