Product Description
Simonsberg-Stellenbosch, South Africa
Varieties
Weisser Riesling
The Vineyard
The grapes come from the oldest vineyard block on Delheim planted back n 1985. The maturity of the vineyards with its deep roots produce exceptional quality grapes. Located on the foot slopes in the Simonsberg mountain in a pocket where conditions are optimal for the growth of noble rot, we are
privileged enough to produce an award-winning noble late harvest wine.
The Cellar
The grapes are picked on numerous occasions. Each parcel is sorted to make sure that only the top quality grapes are selected. These beauties are then whole bunch pressed and fermented in French oak barrels for the duration of 9 months.
ANALYSIS
Residual Sugar: 163 g/l
Alcohol: 12%
pH: 3.55
Total Acidity 9 g.l
Aging potential
Enjoy now or cellar for up to 30 years.
Awards
Winemag Prescient Top 10 Sweet & Fortied Wines
John Platter Guide 5 Stars
Tim Atkin 95 pts
Old Vine Project – Riesling Block 35 years old
