Born of the sea, Guided by the stars, Blessed by the earth

Raka Sauvignon Blanc 2009

Technical Analysis

Winemaker - Josef Dreyer
Main Variety - Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol - 13.5 %vol
pH - 3.35
RS - 1.6 g/l
Total Acid - 5.6 g/l
Appellation - Klein River

Characteristics

Type - White
Style - Dry


Accolades

Old Mutual wine Trophy 2010 - Silver Medal
John Platter 2011 - 3½ Stars


Tasting Notes

Appearance: Clear, Lime green in colour
Wine Style: Dry
This wine shows classic cool climate characteristics. Pronounced tropical aromas with gooseberries, pear and guava. Hints of green pepper, fig and asparagus These aromas follow through onto a lively, crisp palate with richness and complexity.

Blend Information

100% Sauvignon Blanc

Food Suggestions

Served well chilled, this wine is well suited to any seafood and cold meats. Also delightful on its own!

In The Vineyard

Wine-growing Area: Klein River Ward, Western Cape, South Africa

About The Harvest

All grapes were hand picked and sorted before being crushed directly in to the press were skin contact is allowed for 8 hours.

In The Cellar

Pure yeast cultures were inoculated in the juice after pressing in order to optimize the fermentation process at around 16 degrees celsius. Extended lees contact was allowed after fermentation and the wine was allowed to naturally clarify itself under gravity prior to filtering and bottling.


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