A playful blend of Viognier, Chenin Blanc, Grenache Blanc & spontaneously fermented, with the grapes sourced from the Wellington Region. '
Cultivar: Chenin Blanc (65%), Grenache Blanc (25%), Viognier (10%)Vintage: 2021
Vineyard: Boberg - bush vine Chenin blanc planted on the top of the Groenberg in decomposed granite overlooking Wellington. PW - a old bush vine Chenin blanc vineyard planted on "Koffieklip" at the foothills of the Groenberg. Organically certified bush vine Grenache blanc on decomposed granite with a touch of traditionally farmed Viognier.
Winemaking: The grapes were picked at optimal ripeness and cooled overnight to 4 degrees celsius. The next morning the grapes were pressed as whole bunches. The juice underwent spontaneous fermentation in concrete egg shaped tanks, amphora and older French oak barrels. Deep winter the wine received one sulfur addition. 10 months on the leese, blended and bottled.
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