Diemersdal Noble Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 2024
$56.32
$103.63
Description The fresh, bright structure of the Sauvignon Blanc grape is given an extra dimension of heavenly sweetness when the fruit is left to hang on the vines allowing the effect of botrytis cinerea – or noble rot – to take hold of the bunches. The golden nectar is aged in barrels, resulting in mellifluous dessert wine exuding a symphony of fruit, honey and nuts. Winemaker’s notes: Typical noble late character on the nose with ripe tropical fruit, tangy dried fruit and hints of almond flavours. Full flavoured palate with the sweetness and bright acidity in balance. Oenology: A selected 10 tons of the Sauvignon Blanc grapes were left to hang on the vines and become naturally infected with Botrytis, the fungus responsible for noble rot. Picked at 36 Balling, pressed and inoculated. The fermentation was stopped at 10% alcohol and 202.4g/litre residual sugar. Maturation: After 6 months of aging in stainless steel tanks, the wine was filtered and finned before bottling. Food suggestions: Crème Brulé & Malva Pudding DOWNLOAD TASTING NOTE
