BergsigIcarus White Blend 2016 (R149.83 per bottle, 6 bottles)
R899
About
The Icarus range. Named after the soaring mythical Greek character, the label is a reflection of the mountain peaks that surround the estate, the Lategan family's passion for flight, and the driving pursuit of excellence that pervades Bergsig's wines, from vine to bottle. The Icarus blends represent the pinnacle of blending craftsmanship in the Bergsig wine portfolio
Accolades
- Platters guide 2018 - 4 1/2 Stars
- Michelangelo Int Awards 2018 - Platinum
- Cape White Blend Report 2017 - 91/100
- SA Novare Terroir 2017 - Area Winner
Tasting Notes
Rich, creamy full-bodied blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Riesling in perfect harmony. Fermented and matured in 300 Litre oak barrels to create a wine with balance between fruit and spicy oak flavours.
Ageing Potential
Accessible now but can age for a further 3 years
Blend Information
Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Riesling
Vinification
Blended from three separately fermented cultivars. Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc were fermented in small oak barrels, left on the lees and matured for 12 months. Riesling was tank-fermented in a flinty style.
Terroir
Mediterranean climate with ± 980mm rainfall per year. The Estate is located in the upper slopes of the Breede River Valley at 240 – 350m above sea level. Winters are cold with snow until late in Spring. Temperatures during Spring are low resulting in slower ripening. Harvest usually starts 2 – 3 weeks later than other wine areas. Significant temperature variation with warm days ensures good sugar development while the drop in temperature at night preserves the balance of natural acids in the grapes. The soil is defined by a major geological fault, the Worcester Fault, which runs through the valley. Hills are composed of weathered sandstone and the valley floor is sedimented by a diversity of soil parent materials.
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