Description
Grapes were hand-picked in the early morning at Cavalli in two separate pickings, then wholebunch pressed and settled overnight to achieve good clarity of juice. The juice was sent to barrel and inoculated in two separate batches. Fermentation was completed in barrel and the wine kept on its lees until bottling. The wine remained in 225L French oak barrels on its lees for 6 months before blending, of which 16% were first fill barrels. During this time very minimal malolactic fermentation took place, leaving a fresh bright acidity.
The Chenin Blanc presents a pale yellow hue with a delicate nose of citrus blossoms, orange zest, ginger and yellow peach. On the palate it delivers a vibrant, zesty freshness featuring notes of grapefruit, wood spice and lemon leading to a crisp, linear finish.
Alcohol: 13.34%
