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| Current Vintage |
2010 |
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| General |
Due to the favourable vintage conditions
ripeness was achieved at lower sugar levels than usual
resulting in lighter styled, vibrant wines. In particular
the Riesling has a very low alcohol of 10.65%.
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| Description |
Typical Klein Constantia Riesling
nose of citrus blossom and light confected notes. Whilst
the palate is tight, the acid is finely balanced, leading
to a finish marked by a slate-like, dry mineral quality.
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| Grape Variety |
Riesling
(100%) |
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| Wine Record |
After destemming and crushing, the
grapes were pressed, settled and fermented in stainless
steel tank.
Maturation on lees lasted for approximately 4 months
whereafter the wine was stabilized and bottled.
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| Wine Analysis |
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| Alcohol |
10.65% |
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| Residual
Sugar |
2.5
g/l |
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| pH |
3.3 |
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| Total
Acid |
7.5
g/l |
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| Maturation |
10-15
years. |
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| Honours |
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