SAUVIGNON BLANC

Current Vintage 2011  
General
Regarded by many as a difficult vintage due to the heat and water stress suffered late in the season. Fortunately our Sauvignons came in before any ill effects were suffered, and as a result offer classic, ripe Constantia flavours with typically fresh acidity.
 
Description
Complex aromas of cape gooseberries and green figs. The palate is full bodied, well rounded and packed with flavour. Prominent mineral texture and a steely acid backbone are features of this vintage.
 
Grape Variety Sauvignon blanc 87% Semillon 13%  
Wine Record
The first Sauvignons came in very early- on the 27th January, and the last batch was processed on the 2nd March. The majority was harvested at the beginning of February, whilst the weather was still comparatively mild.
 
Alcohol 13.26%  
Residual Sugar 2.1 g/l  
pH 3.34  
Total Acid 6.8g/l  
Maturation Will mature favourably in bottle in bottle up to 2020.