Almenkerk Wine EstateSauvignon Blanc
White wine
In the mouth this white wine is a with a nice freshness.
This wine generally goes well with vegetarian, shellfish or goat cheese.
Taste structure of the Sauvignon Blanc from the Almenkerk Wine Estate
Light | Bold | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Sauvignon Blanc of Almenkerk Wine Estate in the region of Western Cape is a with a nice freshness.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Sauvignon Blanc of Almenkerk Wine Estate in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of vegetal, oak or tree fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Sauvignon Blanc
Pairings that work perfectly with Sauvignon Blanc
Original food and wine pairings with Sauvignon Blanc
The Sauvignon Blanc of Almenkerk Wine Estate matches generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, vegetarian or goat cheese such as recipes of lamb with okra sauce, leek, goat cheese and bacon quiche or leek, goat cheese and bacon quiche.
Details and technical informations about Almenkerk Wine Estate's Sauvignon Blanc.
Discover the grape variety: Minella Bianca
Lively and aromatic dry whites with a pale golden colour, supple palate and preserved acidity, with signature aromas of citrus (lemon), white flowers (acacia), white stone fruit (pear) and saline marine notes. A confidential island profile. Preserved for its heritage value, it produces artisanal local cuvées studied for their genetic interest. An indigenous Italian white variety from Sicily, grown in confidential quantities among rare Sicilian autochthonous varieties.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Sauvignon Blanc from Almenkerk Wine Estate are 2009, 2015, 2011, 2010 and 2016.
Informations about the Almenkerk Wine Estate
The Almenkerk Wine Estate is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 16 wines for sale in the of Elgin to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Elgin
South Africa's coolest region on the Hottentots Holland heights (1 hr from Cape Town): Sauvignon Blanc signature as king white — racy and mineral with chiselled notes of citrus, green apple, passion fruit, herbs and a flint touch, signature lively acidity. Elegant tense Pinot Noir as king red (cherry, raspberry, earth, spices) and fresh Chardonnay as complement. WO Cape South Coast, 250-400 m altitude, ocean mists, varied soils (sandstone, granite, shale).
The wine region of Western Cape
Cradle of South African wine. Signature Chenin Blanc (Steen, 20%) in ample, fresh whites with notes of quince, yellow apple, honey and acacia flower, from crisp dry to sweet. Sharp, iodised Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay, Constantia), balanced Chardonnay. Reds: emblematic Pinotage with roasted aromas (coffee, plum, smoke), firm Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy Syrah.
The word of the wine: Alcooleux
Said of a wine dominated by the presence of alcohol.
