Savage Wines White 2022
Grape Varietals & Region: 75% Sauvignon Blanc & 25% Semillon from Western Cape, South Africa. Savage White is made up of three vineyard sites grown in a combination of sandstone and granite soils. Elevation of the sites ranges from 213m to 677m above sea level with a combination of trellised and bush vine plantings.
Taste Profile: Notes of blackcurrant leaf, pineapple, pear, and grapefruit, complemented by nuanced wood spice. The palate is intricately woven, showcasing distinctive salinity, texture, and impressive length.
Winemaking Process: The grapes undergo careful sun exposure throughout the season to guarantee the production of ripe fruit. After overnight cooling, we employ whole bunch pressing and oxidative handling. The juice is then moved to a variety of 500L barrels (20% new) and concrete eggs, where spontaneous fermentation and aging occur. Depending on the vintage, malolactic fermentation takes place in the Semillon and occasionally in the Sauvignon blanc. The wines undergo a 12-month aging process in barrel and concrete, followed by an additional 2-3 months in stainless steel before the final bottling stage.
