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

VIN DE FLORENCE 2003

Pale yellow-green colour. The nose is extremely attractive with hints of green apples, ripe tropical fruit, ginger, raisins and Muscat. The crisp acidity prevents the wine from becoming too sweet. Enjoy with Cape Malay, Chinese or salads. Serve well chilled at 10?C.




Origin

 

Grapes were selected from premium coastal vineyards in the cooler micro climates of the Western Cape.

Vinification

 

Everything possible is done to preserve the natural fruit flavours of the different varietals. Fermentation tanks, stabilisation tanks and bottling tanks are inerted to 1% Oxygen in order to minimise oxidation and the associated loss in fruit flavour. Lees contact was extended to three months on the Chenin Blanc to help increase mouth-feel.The Hanepoot in the blend was replaced by white Muscadel to enhance elegance, finesse and subtlety. The wine was bottled exclusively with Nomacorq to ensure no taint and ease of extraction.

Composition

 

34 % Chenin Blanc
11 % Muscat díFrontignan
27 % Chardonnay
2 % Sauvignon Blanc
26 % Semillon

Analysis

 

13.5 % Alc
8.6 g/l RS
6.10 g/l TA
3.16 pH

Maturation

 

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