Cape Point Vineyards Isliedh 2023

A stunning SSB that sets the benchmark for South African whites

Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon

$75.00

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Floral, Citrus Fruit, Mineral, Herbal, and Stone Fruit, Woody

BODY: Medium
DRYNESS: Very Dry
ACIDITY: High
TANNIN: Light
ALCOHOL (%): Pronounced (12-14%)

Origin: Coastal Region (Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Swartland, Constantia & More), South Africa

Grape Varietals:

Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon

Winemaking:
Minimal Interventionist Winemaking
Autolyse (On Lees Ageing)

Maturation: 13-18 Months Oak Barrels

Awards:

WESTERN FOOD PAIRING
Salmon mains, rabbit or chicken Cacciatore, Cheese (Goat's Cheese / Crottin de Chavignol)

ASIAN FOOD PAIRING
Hokkien mee, sushi, Gỏi Bưởi Tôm Thịt (Pomelo Salad with Pork and Prawn)

Cape Point Vineyards

Cape Point Vineyards is a woman-owned family winery uniquely situated in Noordhoek on the Cape Peninsula. Situated on the slopes of Chapman's Peak, they are especially known for producing world class Sauvignon Blanc with complexity

Description

Cape Point Vineyards Isliedh 2023

Grape Varietals & Region: A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and a hint of Sauvignon Gris from 2 different parcels. The parcels sit on a sea-facing Chapman's Peak mountain slope in Noordhoek, South Africa. With severe winds and rocky, decomposed granite soils, the estates' vineyards produce vines with tiny bunches packed with flavour and complexity.

Taste Profile: A rich, saline and beautifully textured blend with floral notes and ripe nectarine, pink grapefruit, fig and lemon curd leaping from the glass unveiling a harmonious blend. Complex, with a classic, long-lasting mineral finish.

Winemaking Process: The grapes were 100% barrel-fermented with wild, natural yeasts, followed by maturation on the fine fermentation lees for 16 months, in old French Oak.

Bright & Mineral Whites

From the limestone character of Sancerre to the green, herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc of Marlborough, this style group often shows off cut grass and wet stone. Often associated with coastal regions or limestone based terroir, these wines are characterised with crisp acidity, mineraiity, citrus tones, with a hint of grassiness