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

VERGELEGEN WHITE 2002

The wine exhibits a pale yellow green colour with a nose reminiscent of freshly squeezed lime juice. On the palate the wine is elegant and refined with mineral overtones and a flinty core dominated by black truffle.




AWARDS

  International Wine & Spirit Competition 2004 : Silver
International Wine Challenge 2004 : Bronze
John Platter Guide 2004 : 5 Stars
Fairbairn Capital Trophy Wine Show 2003 : Gold
International Wine & Spirit Competition 2003 : Bronze
Fairbairn Capital Trophy Wine Show 2003 : Best White Wine
Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2003 : Best White Blend

Origin

 

The Sauvignon Blanc comes from the South West facing slopes on the Schaapenberg at 320 metres above sea level and the Semillon from the South facing slopes of the Korhaan vineyard at 220 metres above sea level. The vineyards are not irrigat

Vinification

 

Both the Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon was whole bunch pressed and then fermented and matured in new French oak Burgundy barrels for 10 months ( Francois Frere, Gargaud & Jaegle). The philosophy behind the white Vergelegen is to produce a wine that reflects both the unique microclimate and terroir as well as the elegance and beauty of the estate.

Composition

 

67 % Semillon
33 % Sauvignon Blanc

Analysis

 

15 % Alc
2.5 g/l RS
6.9 g/l TA
3.04 pH

Maturation

 

Drink now and over the next 2-3 years.

John Platter Rating