TASTING NOTE
This is a wine resplendent with aromas of ripe mango, apricot and sweet
peaches. The creamy and textured palate shows hints of zesty lime, with good
length and minerality. Some floral notes gives it a rich and fresh flavour
PRODUCER
KWV is one of South Africa's leading wine and spirit producers, with an
impressive international reputation and history. Its new owners brought in a
winemaking team led by Wim Truter. With its 72 growers in every region of
the Western Cape, it has unrivalled access to all of South Africa's wine regions,
and they champion both South African classics and off-beat varieties as well as
employ innovative methods such as producing sulphur-free wines using honey
bush and Rooibos tea bark. KWV is amongst the Top 50 World's Most admired
wine brands as per the Drinks International 2019 report.
VINIFICATION
This wine is a blend of two components. Both were fermented in barrel with
40% being indigenous yeast strain to enhance the texture and mouth-feel
of the wine. The remainder of 60% was inoculated with a specially selected
commercial yeast strain to ensure optimal cultivar-derived fruit flavours. The
wine was on extended lees contact for 270 days after fermentation and
stirred regularly during this period.
RECOMMENDATION
Although this wine can be enjoyed on its own, it will pair well with vegetable
dishes, rich fish or cream-based chicken.
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