SOUTH AFRICA
Six Hats Chenin Blanc
2014 Chenin Blanc
Viticulture
| Vineyard: |
Fairtrade certified vineyards predominantly in the Piekenierskloof region. |
| Soil Type: |
Koffieklip and oakleaf soils. |
| Vine Age: |
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| Irrigation: |
Drip Method |
| Harvest Date: |
Middle to end of February. |
| Yield: |
6 t/ha |
Vinification:
Six principles form the core of the Six Hats philosophy, "Partnership, Potential, Change, Equity, Dignity and Sustainability". Six Hats seeks to produce wines that will contribute to the lives of the people whose hard work is expressed in each bottle. There are minimum prices set for grapes and an additional percentage of the sales are given back to the community who uses the money to build schools, clinics and other projects to improve their lives.
SIX HATS IS A REGISTERED FAIRTRADE PRODUCER.
Grapes were handpicked very early in the morning allowing the fruits to retain their natural flavor. Only the free run juice was used, allowed to settle and inoculated with selected yeast strain, fermented at 12°Centigrade.
Tasting Notes:
| Color: |
Light gold. |
| Nose: |
Orange blossom with hints of ginger. |
| Palate: |
It is rich in fruity flavors with pineapple and apricot with tangerine on the finish. |
| Other: |
Will go well with sushi, seared tuna, asparagus, peas or delicately spiced Asian cuisine. |
Chemical Analysis:
| Alc (%): |
13.5 |
| RS (g/l): |
2.8 |
| TA (g/l): |
6.7 |
| pH: |
3.2 |
