Winery WhalehavenSauvignon 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 Winery Whalehaven
Light | Bold | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Sauvignon Blanc of Winery Whalehaven in the region of Western Cape is a with a nice freshness.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Sauvignon Blanc of Winery Whalehaven in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of earth, vegetal or tree fruit and sometimes also flavors of spices, citrus fruit or tropical 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 Winery Whalehaven matches generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, vegetarian or goat cheese such as recipes of real swiss fondue, light tuna-tomato quiche (without cream) or pizza with ham, goat cheese and mushrooms.
Details and technical informations about Winery Whalehaven's Sauvignon Blanc.
Discover the grape variety: Camaraou
Simple dry whites with a pale golden robe, a supple palate with moderate acidity and understated aromas of citrus and white Pyrenean flowers. Airy rustic profile. Preserved in a few heritage Béarn parcels and ampelographic collections, it belongs to the ancient South-West grape varieties studied for their genetic and historical interest. French autochthonous white grape from the South-West, grown mainly in Béarn.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Sauvignon Blanc from Winery Whalehaven are 2018, 2019, 2017, 0 and 2016.
Informations about the Winery Whalehaven
The Winery Whalehaven is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 25 wines for sale in the of Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
Ward of Walker Bay (Western Cape, South Africa) — the highest-altitude appellation (>15 km from the coast) of the Hemel-en-Aarde complex: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in Burgundian style among ~20 focused producers. Ancient soils of decomposed granite over rocky clays — a rare geological feature within greater Walker Bay clearly distinguishing it from the lower valley. Cool climate influenced by the cold Benguela current at 34°S, slow ripening.
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: MA
Auxiliary brand or buyer's brand (supermarket for example) gathering champagnes of various origins. It offers no guarantee of quality or traceability.
