Vondeling Sauvignon Blanc 2021

The grapes for this Sauvignon Blanc were harvested in the cool morning hours and first cooled down in the refrigerator. When the temperature of the grapes fell below 10°C, they were carefully destemmed, crushed and pressed. The juice was quickly filled into stainless steel tanks. During this process, the delicate juice of Sauvignon Blanc was protected from oxidative degradation by the use of ice grains. The ice grains form an "insulating blanket" of carbon dioxide gas over the juice. The juice then underwent a resting phase of 48 hours and was then mixed with yeast cultures. Cold fermentation at 11°C preserves the freshness and intense tropical aromas in the wine. The wine was left on the fine yeast for another 4 months to transfer weight and a creamier mouthfeel to the wine.