Jordan Chameleon Sauvignon Blanc - Chardonnay 2015

-Its chameleon-like character adapts to any drinking experience, from summer sipping to Alfresco dining. Showcasing the broad fruit spectrum found in the Winelands, initial forward Cape green fig flavours follows through to a layered palate of ruby grapefruit and winter melon glacé.

Versatile white - with or without food. But perfect with a creamy pasta dish.

variety : Sauvignon Blanc [ 70% Sauvignon Blanc, 17% Chardonnay, 13% Chenin Blanc ]
winemaker : Gary and Kathy Jordan with Sjaak Nelson
wine of origin : Stellenbosch
analysis : alc : 13.37 % vol  rs : 3.5 g/l  pH : 3.29  ta : 6.3 g/l  
type : White  style : Dry  taste : Fruity  
pack : Bottle  size : 750ml  closure : Screwcap  

The gardens and willow trees at Jordan are home to the Cape Dwarf Chameleon. Chameleon is a wonderfully apt name, expressing the changing flavours of the component varieties of these fruit-driven blends.

in the vineyard : Location & Climate: The distinct ravine which embodies Stellenbosch Kloof harnesses all the qualities of a well-orientated compass. Varying elevations and aspects allows us to grow a selection of classic varieties to specific sites that optimise this expression through their location. The cooler south- and east-facing aspects, unique in Stellenbosch, hosts the more sensitive and aromatic white-skinned grape varieties.

Stellenbosch Kloof enjoys a cooler Mediterranean climate with mari-time influences from False Bay, 14km to the south, and a refreshing breeze channelled from the West Coast’s Benguela current 24km to the north-west. These two breezes culminate at the top end of the ravine and bring in early morning mists, especially from False Bay. Consequently, temperatures in our meso-climate can be measured at least 3° Celsius cooler than inland Stellenbosch during ripening peri-ods. This adds a unique characteristic to Jordan wines.

Appellation: Wine of Origin Stellenbosch.
Soil: Decomposed granite and loam.
Aspect: Cool south- and east-facing vineyards, 220m above sea level.
Age of vines: 18 - 30 years

about the harvest: The sauvignon blanc was harvested between the 22nd of January and 9th of February 2015. The chardonnay on the 6th of February and 24th of February 2015. The chenin blanc was harvested on the 2nd of February and 16th of February 2015.

in the cellar : The sauvignon blanc was tank fermented to retain its intense vari-etal character and blended with tank fermented chardonnay and chenin blanc that received extended lees contact, to create a full, fruity wine.

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