Tasting Notes
Light straw in colour, with a green tint, the nose is complex and fresh with Cape gooseberry, citrus and a touch of ripe melon. The palate crisp and refreshing, well balanced with a lingering zesty finish.
Winemaker's Notes
Handpicked in the early morning, with grapes received at the cellar, still cool, and in great condition. Whole bunch sorting done, with the crushing of berries thereafter. Free run juice was recovered, with a light pressing of skins, and 24 hour settling thereafter. The clear juice was racked and fermentation was induced with commercial yeast. Fermentation lasted 21 days, with fermenting temperatures at around 13 ̊ Celsius.
Serving Suggestion
Serve with fresh mussels, fish or Cape rock lobster in lemon butter, excellent with poultry, and a great companion to any picnic.
Chef's Special
Prawn served with Mango Salsa
Varietal: Chenin Blanc
ALC: 13% | pH: 3.5 | RS: 3.58 g/l | TA: 5.73 g/l
Awards
| Cape Crane (Chenin Blanc) 2015 | SILVER : WineStyle Peoples Choice Award 2015 GOLD : China Wine & Spirits Best Value Awards 2016 |
| Cape Crane (Chenin Blanc) 2013 | BRONZE : China Wine & Spirits Best Value Awards 2014 |