Wine Composition
37% Chenin, 34% Chardonnay, 11% Roussanne, 11% Viognier & 7% Semillon
Winemaker's notes
Elegant and sophisticated, the wine shows quince, white pear and citrus with subtle oak spice and floral undertones. The palate is focussed with bright acidity that is balanced out with a creamy texture on the mid-palate and a long savory finish.
Awards
John Platter | 4 stars
Technical Analysis
Alcohol Percentage
14%
TA
6.5 g/l
pH
3.56
RS
1.9 g/l
Cellar Techniques
The grapes were harvested at 22 – 23,5 ºBrix depending on varietal and site. After whole bunch pressing, the juice was settled and racked to a combination of 500l French Oak barrels for fermentation. The wine spent 9 months barrel ageing on the lees for a richer mouth feel and underwent partial malolactic fermentation.
Winemaker
Name - Hagen Viljoen
Winery
Situated on the Stellenbosch Wine Route, Zevenwacht has viticultural roots which penetrate deep into the historic past of South Africa. While literally meaning Seven Expectations, the name Zevenwacht exemplifies the abundant delights which await visitors to the Farm. A leader in wine tourism, Zevenwacht was one of the first Wine Estates to establish a restaurant, hotel and conference facility, Cheesery and Spa on the Estate.
The wines of Zevenwacht are distinguished by their classic style and finely crafted elegance. Winemaker Jacques Viljoen honours century-old wine-making traditions, yet is boldly innovative, welcoming the contribution that modern technology makes to the vinification of premier wines. Covering 120 hectares of the 450 hectare property, the vineyards are ideally situated for the growing of quality grapes. Zevenwacht is characterized by good quality, varied soils and the vineyards have been selectively planted with red and white noble varietals.
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