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Silver Myn Wine Range -
Chenin Blanc 2009
Tasting NotesLight yellow in colour with hints of lime green. The nose shows dusty ripe tropical characteristics. Ripe apple and pineapple flavours follow on the palate, along with good mouthfeel and length in finish. |
In The Vineyard
| Situation: | East and north-south facing row direction |
| Altitude: | 260m |
| Distance from sea: | Approximately 10km |
| Soil Type: | Alluvial |
| Rootstock: | R99 |
| Age of vines: | 4 years |
| Trellising: | Vertical hedge |
| Pruning: | Cordon |
| Irrigation: | Drip |
The Harvest
| Picking date: | March 2009 |
| Yield: | 7 tons/ha average |
In The Cellar
| Fermentation Temp: | |
| Yeast: | Selected French and local strains |
| Description: | The grapes were crushed and destemmed. The juice was immediately pressed and cold settled for 2 days at 12ºC, where after it was inoculated. After fermentation the wine was left on the fine lees in stainless steel tanks. |
| Malolactic fermentation: | None |
| Wood aging: | 14% fermentation in 2nd fill barrel |
| Bottled: | |
| Production: | 400 x 12 |
| Alc: | Alc = 14.5%; TA = 6.6; RS = 4.6 ; pH = 3.24 |
Ageing Potential
Can be enjoyed now and over the next 3 years.
Blend Information
88% Chenin Blanc, 12% Semillon