Chenin Blanc (Wooded)

Chenin Blanc (Wooded)
This barrel fermented Chenin Blanc spent 18 months on the lees in a seasoned 500L French oak barrels before being bottled.
Rich peach flavours and subtle oak integration. A fresh acidity ensures a long aging potential.

Vintage: 2019
Appellation: Western Cape
Vineyard Detail: Chenin Blanc
Harvest Information: Date: Last week of Febuary
Type: Hand
Vinification: Chenin Blanc

Chemical Analysis:
Alcohol: 14 %Vol
Age of Vines: 20 years
R.S: 2.1 g/l
Temp at Fermentation 21ºC
T.A: 5.7 g/l
ºB at Harvest 23ºB
pH: 3.46

Winemaker Comments:
Larger seasoned barrels were used for the vinification of this wine to ensure a smooth integration of oak.
The still present acidity large due to the quality of the grapes and the cool fermentation. The lees contact promotes a smooth mouth feel, helped by constant batonage.