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2011 BLANC DE MER

 2010 BLANC DE MER




Weather wise this was a tricky vintage, lots of unseasonal rain which caused marginal conditions but very often such wet vintages are considerably cooler than the dry years. Cooler conditions manifest in brighter and more fruity wines, where in particular, this bottling is very expressive and exuberant with lots of out flowing luscious flavour.

The defining feature of this label is its Riesling dominance. This is arguably the only white blend from the Cape which has its principle component as the Riesling grape. Of further interest here is that this vintage comprises of six different grape types whereas in the past there have normally been five. The Riesling content at 49% is the same as for vintage 2008 which means there ought to be close similarities between these vintages. The balance is Viognier 22%, Chenin Blanc 10%, Sauvignon Blanc 10%, Chardonnay 5% & Semillon 4%.

Deliciously fragrant with lush upfront fruit driven mouth feel revealing ample rich tropical kiwi and peach undertones. Layers of gooseberry ending a lingering honest pleasing finish.

Alcohol 13,29% Total Acid 5,8 g/L
Residual Sugar 3,7 g/L pH 3,44






CURRENT VINTAGES
2009 TÊTE DE CUVÉE GALPIN PEAK PINOT NOIR
2010 GALPIN PEAK PINOT NOIR
2009 HANNIBAL
2010 HANNIBAL
2010 KAAIMANSGAT LIMITED EDITION CHARDONNAY
2010 MISSIONVALE CHARDONNAY
2010 CROCODILE’S LAIR / KAAIMANSGAT CHARDONNAY
2010 SANS BARRIQUE CHARDONNAY
2010 SAUVIGNON BLANC 'RESERVE'
2011 WALKER BAY SAUVIGNON BLANC
2011 BLANC DE MER


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