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- Sub-Region: n/a
- Style: White
- Vintage: 2007
- Taste guide: 1
- Grape variety: Sauvignon Blanc
- Alcohol Content (%): 12.50%
- Organic/Vegan/Vegetarian:
Bovlei Winery is situated at the foot of the majestic Hawekwa mountain range, which rises steeply from the plains like a massive gateway into the African continent.
Wellington can be called the cradle of South Africa's wine industry - their vine nurseries have been in existence for over a hundred years and they now produce 92% of the countries planting material. This is due to the fact that the coarse, sandy soils of the area reach optimum heat early in the springtime and the young vines always strike well. Disease resistant stock was brought back from California at the turn of the century and since that time local farmers have shown great skill in grafting and propagation, achieving a high percentage of strikes every year.
The Bovlei Cellar was established in 1907 and is the second oldest co-operative winery in South Africa, with wine producing members who supply approximately 9 000 tons of grapes to Bovlei annually. Each of these farms, contributing grapes for the making of Bovlei’s excellent wines, has its own particular microclimate and soil types. The vines thrive on the crystal clear and unpolluted air in the region. Bovlei Winery obtains its grapes from mainly three areas: Agter-Groenberg, Bovlei and Leeuwrivier. All three areas has warm soil essential for the production of quality grapes for the preparation of full dry red and sweet wines and cool soil for quality white wines. Grapes for Bukettraube, Sauvignon Blanc & Chenin Blanc are mainly obtained from the cooler slopes of Bovlei and Leeuwrivier areas.Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinotage, Cinsaut and Shiraz grapes are cultivated in the warm soils of the northern slopes of Agter-Groenberg and parts of the Bovlei and Leeuwrivier areas.
Pale lemon yellow in aspect, with aromas of green pepper, pineapple and cut grass. Vibrant and refreshing on the palate, with plenty of green and tropical fruit charcater, supported by good acidity and a long finish. Serve with seafood, poultry, salads and soft cheeses.