Vintus

The Blue Grove Hill Sauvignon Blanc displays an outstanding balance of warmer climate Sauvignon Blanc characteristics with delicate fruit flavors and a lively, mineral acidity. The wine is produced from grapes grown on the cool South facing slopes of Capaia. Grapes are selected by hand according to ripeness and character and harvested by hand during the cool morning hours. Following a short period of skin contact, the free run and press juices are separated by a gentle pressing. The wines resulting from a cool fermentation in French Oak as well as stainless steel tanks are then carefully blended together to produce a Sauvignon Blanc of outstanding quality.

2006 saw very favorable conditions for Sauvignon Blanc at the Capaia estate. A cool, slow ripening period was further aided by the incessant South Easterly wind, making sure that temperatures remained low and delicate flavors were preserved.

2006 Vintage Reviews:

“Subtle aromas of lime skin, tarragon, mint and crushed stone. Supple and rich but a bit youthfully disjointed, with strong acidity calling for 6 to 12 months to harmonize. But this is dense and tactile sauvignon, with very fresh finishing notes of citrus peel, spice and pepper. This wine is made with an assist from Austrian sauvignon specialist Manfred Tement.” 89 Tanzer, Mar/April 2007