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Viognier

SA Terroir Wine Awards 2008 - National Certificate Winner

2008 Veritas Awards - Silver

The grapes for this Viognier were picked at optimal ripeness ensuring the characteristic peach and apricot aromas.

Awaiting the production of our young vineyards in Elgin, these grapes are sourced from Babylonstoren vineyard located just 2km from Vrede en Lust. We will continue sourcing grapes from this block on a long term basis.

Available in 750ml under Stelvin.

Top Viognier Winner for SA Terroir Awards

Wine of Origin

Simonsberg-Paarl

Winemaker

Susan Wessels

Style & Tasting Notes

A very expressive Viognier with typical apricot and peach flavours. Full bodied and delicately balanced with oak. The wine has an off dry sugar to compliment the full body and carry through onto the palate.

Wine Making Notes

The grapes were crushed in February and the juice was settled in stainless steel tanks. Fermentation took place in 225 l French and Hungarian oak as well as in stainless steel tanks. Post fermentation, the wine was aged on the lees for a few months in 225 l oak barrels.

Cultivars

100% Viognier

Alcohol

14.5%

Ageing Potential

Drink now or keep for 3-4 years.

Acid

6.5g/L

pH

3.24

Residual Sugar

8.5g/L

Pairing Suggestions

Fantastic food wine complimenting a wide variety of dishes. Goes well with cheese dishes, pasta and seafood. Definitely a conversation wine!

Viognier 2008.pdf