Cape Portrait Blush - 98% Sauvignon 2 % Merlot - Semi-Sweet
80.00
Sauvignon Blanc 98% Merlot 2%
Durbanville Hills is one of only a handful of urban-based wineries. This
close proximity to Cape Town has inspired our winemakers to create a
new range of uniquely blended wines, which are vibrant, flavoursome and
celebrate the essence of the city’s diverse and creative lifestyle.
THE VINEYARDS
Grapes were sourced from the Cape Town region where maritime climatic
conditions ensure the slow ripening of grapes and delicate fruity wines.
The cooler temperatures due to oceanic winds and the long hours of
sunlight as the sun set into the ocean deliver healthy, aromatic grapes.
THE WINEMAKING
The grapes were hand-picked early to the end of February at between
20,5° and 21,5° Balling. Crushing and juice handling, varying from
immediate draining to an average of four hours skin contact, was
conducted under dry ice (CO2) to preserve the typical delicate flavours
that are fragile during these first stages of the winemaking process. Cold
fermentation at 13ºC to 15ºC, followed by extended contact with the lees
for almost two weeks, contributes to the medium mouth-feel of the wine.
The wines from the different vineyards were vinified separately according
to the specific nature of the grapes and blended shortly before bottling.
TASTING NOTES
Colour: Salmon pink
Nose: Tropical summer fruit and Turkish delight aromas with slight
candyfloss sweetness.
Taste: Fresh and fruity with a lively crisp acidity ending with layers of
citrus and grapefruit on the palate.
FOOD PAIRING
Enjoy on its own slightly chilled or served with sushi, fresh salads with a
vinaigrette dressing, grilled fish and creamy-based fish dishes.
CHEMICAL ANALYSIS
Alcohol 11.53 %
Residual sugar 14.52 g/l
Total acidity 6.37 g/l
pH 3.21
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