Obikwa Sauvignon Blanc 2012
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Obikwa Sauvignon Blanc 2012

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our wines » Obikwa Sauvignon Blanc 2012

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technical analysis
Winemaker :  Michael Bucholz / Elize Coetzee
Main Variety :  Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol :  11.82  %vol
pH :  3.37
RS :  6.46 g/l
Total Acid :  6.7 g/l
Extract :  23.3
Balling :  20-22 °
Appellation :  Western Cape
characteristics
Type :  White
Style :  Off Dry
Taste :  Fruity

 
tasting notes
Colour: Clear with green tints.
Bouquet: Tropical fruit with gooseberries, asparagus and green fi g in the background..
Taste: Crisp and fruity with tropical fruit, gooseberries and hints of green fig.
 
blend information
100% Sauvignon Blanc
 
food suggestions
It is an ideal companion to line fish, light poultry dishes and for serving as a summer patio wine.
 
in the vineyard
The Vineyards (Viticulturist: Annelie Viljoen)
Grapes were sourced from vineyards in Stellenbosch, Paarl, Robertson and Worcester ranging in age from 9 to 17 years old, grown in soils varying from decomposed granite to deep Clovelly and Hutton soils, with excellent drainage. Located at altitudes from 210m to 410m, the vineyards are trellised and appropriate canopy management and row orientation minimises wind damage.
 
about the harvest
Grapes were harvested by hand at between 20° and 22° Balling in February. They were picked on taste when showing green fi g fl avours and the juice was fermented cold at 12°C to 14°C.
 
in the cellar
Taking its name from one of the early peoples at the Cape, these are down to earth, adventurous wines expressing their true varietal character and rich, ethnic charm. Palate pleasing with a sense of fun as depicted by the bright yellow ostrich with its remarkable long neck, these wines are a tribute to the intrepid OBiKWA people for whom the ostrich represents a life force and trusted companion.

The grapes were left on the skin for four hours to preserve the natural acidity of the juice, which was fermented cold at 12° to 14°C.
 
  
 
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