ALEXANDERFONTEIN SAUVIGNON BLANC 2010
Rocket, fresh asparagus, Parmesan or pecorino shavings and olive oil is a perfect match with the Alexanderfontein Sauvingon Blanc. Make a delicious starter or side dish with these ingredients and you could even add more fresh ingredients like cucumber or a pink lady apple, sliced in thin wedges.
Recipe: Asparagus with rocket and Pecorino: Trim and rinse a packet of fresh asparagus. Place in a shallow bowl and cover with boiling water. Allow to stand for a few minutes or until just tender and rinse thoroughly in cold water. Drain well and arrange on a platter or individual plates with fresh rocket and Pecorino shavings. Season with black pepper and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil. Serve with a cold bottle of Alexanderfontein Sauvignon Blanc.
Sauvignon Blanc has developed to be the signature wine of the Darling district. Being a cultivar that responds very favourably to a cool growing environment, it produces intense herbaceous and fruity aromas that are enjoyed by all wine consumers.
DESCRIPTION: This wine displays intense asparagus flavours rounded off with passion fruit aromas. Being delicate in style and structure, the lingering aftertaste entertains the palate long after the last sip.
STYLE: Dry White Wine.
GRAPE VARIETIES: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
VINIFICATION: Grapes were handpicked at 23.5°B and harvested early morning. The grapes were cooled down to 12°C. Settling occurred over a period of 24 hours at 12°C, before draining the juice by gravity. Fermentation was between 12 – 14°C with VIN 7. Only free run juice used and one month lees contact after fermentation. This allowed for a clean juice which ferments well.
ANALYSIS: ALC 14.74%; TA: 7.7g/l; RS: 1.2g/l ; PH: 3.44
