Sauvignon Blanc
Description
Sauvignon Blanc
Wine of W.O. Coastal Region, South Africa
Crafted from Selected Handpicked Grapes
In 2021, we developed our sustainability program with the plantation of Spekboom trees on the vineyard's open grounds. An incredible native plant, otherwise known as the 'elephant bush', it significantly absorbs CO2 from the atmosphere, far more so than any other plant.
Inspired in name, our Sauvignon Blanc is fresh and aromatic, with a well-balanced and lingering mouthfeel. Grown in the Coastal Region of the beautiful Western Cape, the vines are subject to glorious cooling mists that roll in from the Atlantic Ocean. Together with excellent soil, high slopes, and 700mm of annual rainfall, it is a unique and natural expression.
Drinks well now and will cellar for up to three years.
Cradled in the foothills of the Hottentot Mountains, overlooking stunning False Bay, is Journey's End - the Gabb Family Winery, wholly committed to sustainably and ethically producing excellent wine.
Integrity & Sustainabilty Certified
Wine and Spirit Board
www.swsa.co.za
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Dietary Information
Allergy Advice
Contains Sulphites
Preparation
ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS TO YOUR HEALTH.
Country of Origin
Country of origin: South Africa
Wine of South Africa
Packaging
Bottle
Alcohol
Alcohol by volume: 13%
Alcoholic content: 9.8 units
Agent: Bibendum
Grape variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Producer: Journeys End
Type of closure: Screwcap
Storage instructions: This wine is ideal for drinking now but can be kept for up to 4 years
History: The Gabb family purchased their first vineyards in South Africa in 1995. Since then, they have always been wholly committed to sustainably and ethically producing excellent wines for all occasions. The vineyards grow on the Schapenberg hills, blessed with 350 million year old decomposed granite soils some of the most prestigious terroir in South Africa, and a unique micro climate.
Regional information: The success of the wine region and its wineries stems from the near-perfection growing conditions that the area experiences as a Coastal Region. With consistently warm temperatures throughout the year, along with a cooling ocean influence, the vineyards have both the heat and breeze to ensure balanced wines. The soil, which can vary significantly from clay to granite and everything in between, also plays a role in how the distinct characteristics that the wines develop.
Vinification: Soil types consist of weathered granite to deep red and well drained soils. All the grapes were given 36 hours extended skin contact before only the free-run juice was transferred to tank for fermentation. The wines were fermented at very low temperatures with a selected yeast strain to highlight the vineyard's specific characteristics. After fermentation the wine was left for a further five months in contact with the lees before carefully prepared for bottling.