£8.75
Voted the best entry level Sauvignon Blanc hands down by our customers and by us, this is truly amazing value for money. It has an unbelievable quality to it one which rivals any Sauvignon Blanc from any country.
Technical Detail
Alcohol level 13.00
Residual Sugar 5
Ph Level 3.4
Acidity 5.8
Bottle Size 75cl
Organic No
Biodynamic No
Vegetarian No
Vegan No
KWV is one of South Africa’s leading wine and spirit producers, with an impressive international reputation and history. Its new owners brought in a winemaking team led by Wim Truter and we are really enjoying their innovative approach and modern wine styles.
KWV has 72 growers from every region of the Western Cape so it has unrivalled access to all of South Africa’s wine regions and grape varietals, from cool climate Walker Bay Sauvignon to hot and arid Swartland Shiraz. Its winemakers work closely with the vineyards and the results shine a light on South Africa’s amazing regional strengths.
The winemaking team champions South African classics and off-beat varieties such as Grenache Blanc, Verdelho, Cinsault, Petit Verdot, Tempranillo and Malbec.
The team’s methods are innovative too: KWV has pioneered and patented technology to produce sulphur-free wines using honey bush and Rooibos tea bark.
| Vineyard info / Viticulture | Soil in the Western Cape comprises ancient (350 million to 500 million years old) weathered soils of alluvial and volcanic origin. The alluvial soils are from both glacial and marine deposits. Some of the origins of the weathered soils are Table Mountain Sandstone, Granite and Malmesbury Shale. These have eroded over millennia and are now generally clay rich loam soils, which are most desirable for their ability to retain water for plant during summer months. |
| Vinification | Fermentation in stainless steel tank to keep freshness and primary aromas. |
| Tasting Note | This tropical Sauvignon Blanc shows aromas of sweet melon, green figs and fruit punch, with hints of spice and cut grass. The palate is fresh with a dash of guava, zippy acidity and lingering finish. |
| Food Match | Great with seafood including sushi, white meat dishes or a variety of cheeses. |
| Winemaker | Wim Truter |
