Sutherland Sauvignon Blanc 2019

Prominent aromas of fresh citrus and passion fruit. These follow through on the palate with a lovely long mineral finish. This wine is fragrant and fruity with a dry, zesty finish.

Maturation

Will develop well for 2 years from vintage date.

Food Pairing

An excellent aperitif, and great with delicately flavoured foods.

Winemaker's Comments

Fragrant aromas of fresh citrus and passion fruit. These follow through on the palate with a lovely long mineral finish.

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Tasting Notes

Viticultural Practices

Varietal	Sauvignon Blanc – 316D, 316A, 317A and 7A
Root stock	R99 and R110
Soil type	Hutton – decomposed granite
Age of vines	Planted 2003 and 2005
Plant density	2222 – 2500 vines per hectare
Trellising	Vertical hedge
Pruning	2-bud spurs every 15cm
Yield	12.6 t/ha
Irrigation	Supplementary drip
Vintage	Cool weather conditions constituted smaller more concentrated berries, leading to wines with great natural acidity and flavour
Picking date	5 February
Grape sugar	22.4 °B
Acidity	7.81 g/l
pH at harvest	3.19