Rhebokskloof Viognier 2012

Packed with character, this wine makes a statement with its ripe peach and pineapple perfume and flavours. Full-bodied and dry, with a long finish.

Good enough to drink on its own and would make a delicious start to any occasion. Serve well-chilled.

variety : Viognier [ 100% Viognier ]
winemaker : Rolanie Lotz
wine of origin : Paarl
analysis : alc : 13.78 % vol  rs : 3.2 g/l  pH : 3.29  ta : 5.6 g/l  
type : White  style : Dry  body : Full   wooded
pack : Bottle  size : 0  closure : Cork  

in the vineyard : Origin: Rhebokskloof Estate, Paarl
Age of vines: Vineyard planted in 2003
Soil type: Well drained Tukulu soils (stone and clay)
Slope / Aspect: East / North East facing slopes

about the harvest: Balling: 25° B at harvest
Average yield: 7 tons/ha

in the cellar : Fermentation: 80% Fermentation in stainless steel tanks 20% Fermentation in oak barrels Wine was kept on the lees and stirred regularly
Oaking: 2'd fill 300L French oak barrels Aging: 80% tank aging for 9 months
20% barrel aging for 9 months

Bottling Date: November 2012

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