Le Pommier Sauvignon Blanc 2023
R150,00
Pale green with light straw hues on the colour. The nose is laden with gooseberry, tropical fruit with a hint of nettles. The palate shows lime, citrus and gooseberry fruit with a flinty, mineral finish.
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Specifications
In the cellar
The grapes were de-stemmed and crushed. The juice was immediately pressed and cold settled for 2 days at 8°C. Thereafter the clear juice was racked off its lees and inoculated. After fermentation, the wine was left on the fine lees in stainless steel tanks for 3 months.
Malolactic fermentation: None
Wood ageing: None
In the vineyard
Situation: East and North-South Facing Row Direction
Altitude: 350m
Distance from sea: Approximately 23.5km
Soil Type: Gritty sand, scree covering granite, deposits of
weathering products of granite
Rootstock: R99
Age of vines:15 years
Trellising: Vertical hedge
Pruning: Cordon
Irrigation: Drip
Ageing
This wine is made to be enjoyed now but can be aged for 1 – 2 years from date of vintage.
Cultivar
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Food Pairing
This is an excellent partner with most seafood and salads. On Le Pommier’s menu we suggest Danish Feta & Olive Pizza, Curry Prawn or Basil Pesto Penne.
About the Wine Estate
Le Pommier is located on Helshoogte Pass, the main route between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. The perfect base to explore this unique and most breathtaking region.
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