WINES

Vergelegen's winemaking philosophy is simple : there must be harmony between the old and the new.

SAUVIGNON BLANC 1998

All the classical Sauvignon flavours are present, Ripe Fig, Gooseberries, Green Pepper and Grass, backed by Guava. All these flavours follow through on the palate.

	AWARDS
	International Wine Challenge 1999 : Bronze John Platter Guide 1999 : 4 Stars SA Airways Winelist Awards 1999 : Michelangelo International Awards 1998 : Gold Veritas Awards 1998 : Silver
	Origin
	The vineyards on Vergelegen are now reaching maturity and this is clearly visible in terms of the quality. Most of the Sauvignon blanc vineyard blocks are on south westerly slopes. The soils vary from decomposed Helderberg granites to Hut
	Vinification
	The hot conditions were not conducive to common practice, such as skin contact. The grapes were destemmed but not crushed. This was followed by a light pressing and settled over a 72 hour period. The juice was cool fermented at 12 ñ 15?c. After two months on the lees, the wine was bottled.
	Composition
	100 % Unwooded Sauvignon Blanc . Nearly 80% of the grapes were produced on Vergelegen, with the balance ñ 20% - coming from the cooler maritime climate of Durbanville.
	Analysis
	13.23 % Alc 3.1 g/l RS 6.7 g/l TA 3.25 pH 101 mg/l Total SO2 24.0 mg/l Extract
	Maturation
	Drink within 1-2 years of purchase. Sauvignon is best enjoyed while still young.

WINES

SAUVIGNON BLANC 1998

AWARDS

Origin

Vinification

Composition

Analysis

Maturation