Winery Axe HillCape LBV
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The Cape LBV of the Winery Axe Hill is in the top 0 of wines of Calitzdorp.
Details and technical informations about Winery Axe Hill's Cape LBV.
Discover the grape variety: Danam
Simple, fresh dry whites with a pale golden robe, a supple palate with moderate acidity, and undemonstrative aromas of citrus and white flowers. A discreet rustic profile. Preserved in a few ampelographic collections, Danam is an ancient heritage variety whose commercial cultivation has almost vanished; it is studied for its genetic and historical interest. A rare, poorly documented white grape grown in negligible quantities.
Informations about the Winery Axe Hill
The Winery Axe Hill is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 10 wines for sale in the of Calitzdorp to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Calitzdorp
South African Port Wine capital (Klein Karoo, Route 62, deep alluvial red soils, microclimates under Indian Ocean breezes): Tinta Barroca, Touriga Nacional and Tempranillo as Portuguese signature reds and fortified kings — Cape Port profile of intensity and depth, concentrated dark fruits, spicy notes, enveloping sweetness. Fragrant dry Calitzdorp blend. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz and Pinotage as complement. References Boplaas, De Krans, Axe Hill.
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: Rosé de saignée
A method of making rosé wine that consists of partially draining a vat of red wine after a few hours of maceration. The longer the maceration, the stronger the colour. This practice gives rich and expressive rosés.
