Ten winemakers from South Africa’s premier cool-climate winemaking region of Durbanville have unveiled their latest vintage of its collaborative Sauvignon Blanc. As with its previous two iterations, the 2024 Durbanville Sauvignon Blanc pooled the champion talents of the region’s renowned wine growers and winemakers. Consequently, it has become a South African super Sauvignon Blanc, with the 2024 release raising the bar yet again.
The cool, two-ocean-influenced climate of the Durbanville Wine Valley is ideal for the slow and flavourful development of wine grapes, particularly Sauvignon Blanc. It is for this reason that Durbanville is one of the oldest and most favoured wine regions in the Cape, consistently receiving top international honours for Sauvignon Blanc in particular. Simply named Durbanville Sauvignon Blanc, contributors to the collaboration wine include Bloemendal, D'Aria, De Grendel, Diemersdal, Durbanville Hills, Groot Phesantekraal, Klein Roosboom, Maastricht, Meerendal and Nitida. Its final production was entrusted to the winemakers of Diemersdal.
WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
Appearance: This Sauvignon Blanc exhibits a pale green colour.
Nose: Vibrant thiols deliver a delightful mix of tropical aromas, including granadilla, guava, and papaya, with subtle undertones of pear and litchi. Blackcurrant notes deepen the bouquet, while hints of light straw evoke sunny landscapes.
Palate: Crisp apple, pear, and guava flavours take centre stage, harmonising with the wine's full and balanced mouthfeel.
Food Pairing: This Sauvignon Blanc complements seafood dishes superbly, whether it's grilled prawns or a refreshing ceviche.
Buy now at any of the Durbanville Wine Valley's tasting rooms.
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