Sauvignon Blanc Groenekloof - Neil Ellis

The elegant Sauvignon Blanc Groenekloof from the pen of Neil Ellis glides into the glass with bright light yellow. To the nose, this Neil Ellis white wine reveals all manner of papaya, star fruit, physalis, gallia melon and mangoes. As if that wasn't already impressive, stainless steel aging adds more aromas like lovage, garrigue and green peppers.

On the palate, Neil Ellis' Sauvignon Blanc Groenekloof opens pleasantly aromatic, fruit-driven and balanced. On the tongue, this well-balanced white wine is characterized by an uncommonly crisp texture. In the finish, this youthful from the Coastal Region winegrowing region finally inspires with considerable length. There are again hints of gallia melon and physalis.

Vinification of the Sauvignon Blanc Groenekloof by Neil Ellis

This balanced white wine from South Africa is made from the Sauvignon Blanc grape variety. After harvesting, the grapes are quickly taken to the press house. Here they are sorted and carefully broken up. Fermentation follows in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Fermentation is followed by aging on the fine lees for several months before the wine is finally bottled.

Food recommendation for the Sauvignon Blanc Groenekloof from Neil Ellis

Drink this white wine from South Africa ideally well chilled at 8 - 10 ° C as a companion to stir-fried vegetables with fish, noodles with sausage dumplings or chickpea curry.

Awards for the Sauvignon Blanc Groenekloof from Neil Ellis

In addition to a price-pleasure ratio, this Neil Ellis wine can also boast awards and top ratings beyond 90 points. In detail, for the 2018 vintage, these are

• John Platter Wine Guide - 4.5 stars
• Tim Atkin Master of Wine - 92 points

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