SOUTH AFRICA
Cape Point Vineyards Isleidh
2005 Blend
Viticulture
| Vineyard: |
South facing |
| Soil Type: |
Decomposed granite |
| Vine Age: |
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| Irrigation: |
Drip Method |
| Harvest Date: |
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| Yield: |
4.5 t/ha |
Vinification:
This blend is made up of 85 % Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Semillon.
The grapes were hand harvested between 23°Balling and 24°Balling in the early hours of the morning.
The grapes were left to settle at low temperature for 24 hours before fermentation was started in 100% French Oak barrels, 70% new and 30% 2nd fill at 18° Centigrade. The wines were left on the lees and matured in French oak barrels for 10 months.
Tasting Notes:
| Color: |
Light yellow. |
| Nose: |
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| Palate: |
Array of limes, minerality, tropical fruit and some spices. |
| Other: |
Isliedh is created in a tight mineral style for enjoyment with great food which will reward for many years to come. |
Chemical Analysis:
| Alc (%): |
14%/Vol |
| RS (g/l): |
2.4g/l |
| TA (g/l): |
8g/l |
| pH: |
3.1 |
