Spier Signature Sauvignon Blanc 2022
South Africa, Western Cape
Sauvignon Blanc
High-priced
LN
Lize-Marié Nieman (attending)
Spier Wine Farm
PN
Pierre Nortje - UK & Americas
Export / Sales Manager, Spier Wine Farm
RM
Retha Muller - Central Europe & Eastern Europe
Export / Sales Manager, Spier Wine Farm
DD
Danie De Kock
Export / Sales Manager, Spier Wine Farm
Description
Intense aromas of gooseberries, passion fruit and green fig, with green bell pepper undertones. The palate is fresh and mouth-watering with a well-balanced acidity.
Certifications
Alcohol
13.5%
Analytical data
dry
3.3 g/l residual sugar
5.7 g/l acidity
3.39 pH
Vineyard
The cooling effect of prevailing winds and sea breezes offset the warm Mediterranean climate.
Maturation
After fermentation, the wine spent a few months on the lees to encourage complexity before clarification and bottling. Reductive winemaking techniques minimised oxidation to protect flavours.
Aromas
Aroma intensity: moderate
Fruit: moderate
Floral: restrained
Spice: minimal
Wood: none
Taste
Body: moderate
Tannins: mild
Bottling
Size: 0.750l
GTIN: 6001522000350
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