Aj Wine

white / dry / 12.5% alc.

Grape variety
100% Sauvignon Blanc

Area of production
Stellenbosch

Grapes were harvested from three Reyneke vineyards, early in the morning when temperatures were still low and then kept in a cold room overnight to be even further cooled. Whole-bunch pressing was followed the next morning to limit the amount of soluble solids in the juice, since no settling enzymes were used. Fermentation occurred spontaneously in aged French barrels. This allowed the winemaker to control the natural fermentation better and increases the lees to wine ratio after ferment. After 6 months further aging the wine was bottled and released.

Tasting notes
On the nose there are pink grapefruit, lime leaf and lemon zest notes with hints of ripe gooseberries. White flower and crushed stone are abundant on the palate along with gentle citrus hints. An intense Sauvignon Blanc with a round and silken structure backed by firm acidity.