Idiom Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc 2018
R250,00
A delicate and complex barrel fermented Sauvignon blanc. Lime yellow colour, inviting notes of lemon custard pastry, cinnamon and a tinge of Green pepper, Further floral aromas of Violets and lavender. A creamy; chalky, textured wine with soft acidity and good length. Exotic whiffs of Toffee apple, dried mango, candied Apricot and shortbread biscuit complete this interesting and unusual picture.
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Specifications
In the cellar
The grapes were picked in early morning and transported to the cold container for overnight storage. The next day the grapes were first bunch sorted before being destemmed and then berry sorted. The berries went straight into the press, and the juice thereafter was settled for 2 days before being racked and inoculated for fermentation. The wine was fully barrel fermented and aged a further 8 months, before being lightly filtered and bottled.
In the vineyard
Soils Granite/Tukulu (decomposed granite)/Table Mountain
Sandstone
Aspect South west
Area 2.21 Ha
Trellising Vertical Shoot Positioning
Irrigation Drip
Predominant wind SE Summer/NW Winter
Date of planting
Clones SB – 316/317, Sem – GD1
Balling at picking 21.2°
Ageing
Made to be enjoyed now, however, can be aged for 5 to 6 years from date of vintage.
Cultivar
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Food Pairing
This wine pairs well with cheese and fresh meals such as shellfish, spicy food, Thai food. Chicken, Seafood.
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About the Wine Estate
Idiom is an award-winning wine estate in the heart of the Helderberg range. This southernmost part of the Stellenbosch wine region provides the backdrop and the perfect climatic conditions for the incredible range of Idiom wines. A celebration of terroir, unusual varietals and masterful blends, Idiom is so-called because it is home to the Cape expression of so many European classics. The Cape Idiom, if you will.
