Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon Western Cape WO - Reyneke Wines

The Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon Western Cape WO from Reyneke Wines, from the Western Cape, presents a bright, pale yellow color in the wine glass. This South African cuvée reveals wonderfully refined notes of lemon and gooseberry in the glass. Nuances of boxwood are also present.

This white wine from Reyneke Wines is perfect for purists who prefer their wine bone dry. The Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon Western Cape WO comes very close to this, having been vinified with just 1.6 grams of residual sugar. Balanced and complex, this silky white wine presents itself on the palate. Thanks to its pronounced fruit acidity, the Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon Western Cape WO appears exceptionally fresh and lively on the palate. On the finish, this youthful wine from the Western Cape wine-growing region finally delights with a beautiful length. Once again, hints of gooseberry and lemon appear.

Vinification of the Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon Western Cape WO from Reyneke Wines

This balanced white wine from South Africa is organically cuvée’d from the Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon grape varieties. After harvesting, the grapes are brought to the press house as quickly as possible. There they are selected and gently crushed. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. After fermentation, the wine matures for several months on the fine lees before it is finally racked.

Food recommendation for the Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon Western Cape WO from Reyneke Wines

Enjoy this organic white wine from South Africa ideally moderately chilled at 11 - 13°C as an accompaniment to leek soup, baked feta parcels, or lemon-chili chicken with bulgur.

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