An expressive Sauvignon Blanc from Vergelegen’s renowned Schaapenberg Vineyard, this 2019 vintage is highly aromatic, showcasing vibrant notes of ripe passion fruit, guava, blackcurrant leaf, and a hint of lemongrass. The palate is fresh and minerally, with a long, clean finish.
Tasting Notes: Ripe passion fruit, guava, blackcurrant leaf, and lemongrass, with a crisp minerality and lasting aftertaste.
Grape Composition: 100% Schaapenberg Sauvignon Blanc.
Aging Potential: Ready to enjoy now, with potential for further aging over the next 5-10 years.
Perfect Pairing: Complements fresh oysters, sushi, and lightly spiced Cape Malay dishes.
Sourced solely from the historic Schaapenberg Vineyard, this Sauvignon Blanc benefits from cool, south-facing slopes planted in 1988. Hand-harvested and meticulously processed to preserve vibrant flavors, the wine was fermented under controlled temperatures and aged on the lees for 8 months, resulting in a refined and aromatic Sauvignon Blanc with excellent aging potential.
