Fairview - Estate Granite White Blend 2015 (750ml)

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Producer	Fairview
Country	South Africa
Region	Coastal Region
Varietal	White Blend
Vintage	2015
Sku	103855
Size	750ml
ABV	13.50%

Fairview Description

Fairview Estate
Cape Granite White Blend 2015
IN THE VINEYARD
The grapes are from our Estate vineyards on the upper slopes of Paarl mountain,
grown on decomposed granite soils with supplementary drip irrigation. The
vineyards are trellised and undergo summer canopy management practices such as
suckering and tipping to ensure sufficient sunlight penetrates the canopy.
HARVEST DATES
Late January to early February 2015
WINEMAKING
The grapes were picked by hand very early in the morning, which allowed for the
grapes to be delivered cold to the cellar, where they were destalked and gently
pressed. The free-run juice settled for two days before the clear juice was racked off
and cold fermented in tank. On completion of fermentation, the wine was left on
fine lees before blending and bottling.
WINEMAKERS COMMENTS
Cape Granite White uses the perfectly suited Chenin Blanc, Viognier and Grenache
Blanc on the Estate to produce a wine in balance with its surroundings. Chenin
provides structure, Viognier brings its lush textures and aroma and Grenache Blanc
contribute mineral flavours and length to this granitic blend. -Anthony de Jager-
TASTING NOTE
Vibrant light green in colour, with aromas of white peach and floral notes on the
nose. A medium bodied wine, with stone fruit flavours that follow through on the
palate and a refreshing acidity that leads to a long finish.
FOOD RECOMMENDATION
Light seafood, pasta and risotto dishes, or anything containing goat’s cheese, are also
great pairings.
Established in 1693, the Fairview Estate is nestled on the south western slopes of Paarl Mountain, just 40 minutes from Cape
Town. Africa’s largest Granite outcrop, Paarl Rock gives a panoramic view of Fairview Estate and the surrounding Cape
vineyards. This pearlescent rock formed over 500 million years ago providing the soils on the upper slopes of our farm. As the
third generation wine farmer, I broke with tradition to plant better suited Mediterranean varieties to fit our terroir; today
these vineyards have matured and thrive. This blend from Granite offers a true sense of Fairview Estate. To Life!