Ridgeback Wine EstateCase of Vansha White 2017 (6 bottles, R49.83 per bottle)

About

Ridgeback Wines is situated in the Northern part of the picturesque town of Paarl in the Western Cape. 

The Rhodesian Ridgeback dog originates from Southern Africa, where legends are stories abound of their exploits and bravery in the African bushveld. Their tenacity and ruggedness are symbolic of the pioneering spirit of Africa. 

An upfront, tropical array of pineapple, pear and lemon rind with hints of lavender spice, complimented by a creamy midpalate with notes of white peach lingering on the finish. 89% Chenin blanc, 11%Viognier.

Product Features

• Alcohol: 13 % vol
• pH: 3.36
• Total Acid: 5.9g/l
• RS: 3.4 g/l

Product Specifications

In The Cellar

• Tropical, low yielding Riebeek Kasteel bush vine Chenin Blanc was hand selected and reductively handled from crush to bottling.
• Expressive Paarl Viognier was fermented and matured in French oak for 3 months and then blended with the Chenin Blanc component to add complexity and depth to the wine.
• The Chenin Blanc was fermented in stainless steel tanks and ferment asted 21 days at 13- 15C whilst the barrel fermented Viognier was allowed to ferment naturally for 3 degrees balling and was then inoculated with a commercial yeast strain to ensure a clean and complete ferment. Fermentation lasted for 9 days at 19 0 C.
• The wines were blended and lightly filtered prior to bottling.