The Saxenburg Private Collection Sauvignon Blanc has floral aromas of elderflower and pear blossoms that greet the senses, accompanied by tropical notes of passion fruit, ripe figs and guava which knit the bouquet together. Subtle undertones of spicy peach and a refreshing saline minerality, influenced by the cool sea breezes, add depth and intrigue. On the palate, a silky texture coats the palate, and a lively acidity imparts a satisfying length to the wine.

This extraordinary wine has been stored and matured under optimal conditions in our Vinotéque, for you to get the very best out of your fine wine experience.

• WINEMAKERS COMMENTS: This vintage can be described as a crop that was small but of high quality. The bunches and resulting berries were small, which gave great concentration to the resulting wines. A small percentage of oak was used in this wine with the addition of 2% Semillon to add to the mid-palate.
• TERROIR: The grapes were sourced from various vineyard parcels on Saxenburg, ranging in elevation from 175m to 260m above sea level. These parcels are picked and treated individually in both the vineyard and cellar. Some components contribute to the more tropical fruit spectrum, while others bring more minerality and greener notes.
• VINIFICATION DETAILS: The grapes were all picked at cool temperatures early in the morning and received between 4 – 6 hours of skin contact, before being pressed and settled. The majority was cold fermented with selected yeast strains in stainless steel tanks, while a small portion (5%) was fermented naturally in older oak barrels and 2% Semillon was used for texture on the palate. After 3 months of lees contact and lees stirring, the wine was blended and prepared for bottling.