Cape Point Vineyards, Coastal Region, Sauvignon Blanc

A deliciously refreshing Sauvignon Blanc offering notes of freshly picked apricot, ripe pear, lime and orange blossom with a hint of fynbos and dried herbs.

Producer Note

Sauvignon Blanc specialist, Cape Point Vineyards sits among the picturesque hills and valleys in Noordhoek; land that was first discovered by the Portuguese navigator, Bartolomeu Diaz, who was swept past the Cape in a violent storm in 1488. The land was subsequently cultivated by the Dutch who landed at the Cape in 1652. Just over a century later, in 1997, Sybrand van der Spuy planted new vines in the same spot. Following extensive soil and climatic analyses, the first Sauvignon Blanc vines were pushing their roots into the soils of their new home against the south-facing slopes of Constantiaberg Mountain. Thus, Cape Point Vineyards was born. In 1998, the establishment of Cape Point Vineyards also prompted the declaration of the new Cape Point Wine of Origin District and is the only winery in this entire district. Sustainably certified by IPW, this magnificent estate, with proximity to two oceans, inspires Head Winemaker Riandri Visser, who produces stunning Sauvignon Blanc Wines of distinction.

Vineyard

The estate is positioned on the narrow Cape Peninsula, where the confluence of sea breezes from the cold Atlantic Ocean, less than one mile away, and the south-easterly breezes from False Bay, create ideal conditions for the slow ripening of grapes. They also help to keep the vines healthy and diseases at bay, reducing the need for treatments in the vineyard. When the winds are strong, they also control the vine’s vigour and encourage a second suckering. The wines are not only influenced by the nearby ocean, but they are also shaped by the beautiful mountain on which the estate rests. The Noordhoek amphitheatre was carved from the Silvermine mountain over time, and as a result the soils of the estate vineyards became rich with decomposed granite, limestone and kaolin; which imbue the wines with the signature mineral quality.

Winemaking

The Sauvignon Blanc grapes came from selected vineyard parcels which showcase more fruit driven aromas. They were hand-picked, de-stemmed, and gently crushed into a press. The juice was allowed to settle naturally over 12 to 24 hours, without the use of additives. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks to retain the purity of fruit, between 14 to 16°C, with selected yeasts. Regular stirring imparted texture. Following fermentation, the wine was aged on its fine lees for four months.

Tasting Note

A deliciously refreshing Sauvignon Blanc offering notes of freshly picked apricot, ripe pear, lime and orange blossom with a hint of fynbos and dried herbs. Long and fruity

Grape

Sauvignon Blanc 100%