SAUVIGNON BLANC CHARDONNAY 2016

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1 SAUVIGNON BLANC CHARDONNAY 2016 Sauvignon Blanc 72%, Chardonnay 28% Grapes stem from different growers in the Stellenbosch and Elgin region. Each block is specifically grown to compliment the style of this premium white blend. The grapes were picked at 21.5 B 23.5 B. Before fermentation, a lot of effort is put into preserving the natural fruit flavours and especially the natural acidity to ensure freshness and length. The cultivars are then fermented at 12 C - 15 C in stainless steel tanks and after the wine spent two months on its gross lees, the two components are blended and bottled. Total acid: 6.0 g/l ph: 3.42 Alcohol: 13.5 % vol. Winemaker s description: The 2016 vintage is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc (72%) and Chardonnay (28%). The Sauvignon Blanc adds beautiful ripe tropical flavours. This vintage is quite opulent and expressive. Ripe gooseberry and figs with peach and apricot. The Chardonnay lends the backbone and structure. The acidity of the Chardonnay creates a really tight and long finish. Serving Recommendations: Eikendal Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay 2016 is perfect to drink now, but it will keep its refreshing character for the next 12 months. This wine is perfect to enjoy with a light salad; at an al fresco summer s picnic, or just on its own as an aperitif. Enjoy now, through 2016 and o C -14 o C in white wine glasses. P.O. Box 2261, Stellenbosch, 7601, Tel.: +27 (0) design

2 SAUVIGNON BLANC CHARDONNAY 2015 Chardonnay 82%, Sauvignon Blanc 18% Grapes stem from different growers in the Stellenbosch and Elgin region. Each block is specifically grown to compliment the style of this premium white blend. The grapes were picked at 21.5 B 23.5 B. Before fermentation, a lot of effort is put into preserving the natural fruit flavours and especially the natural acidity to ensure freshness and length. The cultivars are then fermented at 12 C - 15 C in stainless steel tanks and after the wine spent two months on its gross lees, the two components are blended and bottled. Sugar: Total acid: ph: Alcohol: 3.8 g/l 6.3 g/l % vol. Winemaker s description: The 2015 vintage is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc (82%) and Chardonnay (18%). The Sauvignon Blanc adds beautiful ripe tropical flavours. This vintage is quite opulent and expressive. Ripe gooseberry and figs with peach and apricot. The Chardonnay lends the backbone and structure. The acidity of the Chardonnay creates a really tight and long finish. Serving Recommendations: Eikendal Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay 2015 is perfect to drink now, but it will keep its refreshing character for the next 12 months. This wine is perfect to enjoy with a light salad; at an al fresco summer s picnic, or just on its own as an aperitif. Enjoy now, through 2015 and oC -14oC in white wine glasses. P.O. Box 2261, Stellenbosch, 7601, Tel.: +27 (0) design

3 Eikendal Cuvée Blanc 2014 Cuvée Blanc Chardonnay 61% Sauvignon blanc 39% Grapes from different growers in the Stellenbosch region. Each block is specifically grown to compliment the style of Cuvee blanc. the natural fruit flavours and a key emphasis is put on preserving the natural acidity for freshness and length. The cultivars are then fermented at C in stainless steel tanks and blended, after the wine spent 2 months on its gross lees. Sugar: 4.1 g/l ph: 3.4 Alcohol: 13.5 vol% A blend of Chardonnay 61% and Sauvignon blanc 39%, this Chardonnay adding the weight and structure with fresh apples and pears. Sauvignon adding the fresh grassy, gooseberry and flower aroma. Wine crisp with beautiful length and freshness. This wine will make you feel refreshed even after bottle number 2. as an aperitif. Enjoy now, through 2014 and CHRISTIAN SAAGER INT. MARKETING & SALES MANAGER INT. EXPORT DEPARTMENT OF EIKENDAL VINEYARDS PTY (LTD) CHRIS@EIKENDAL.COM

4 Eikendal Cuvée Blanc 2013 Cuvée Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 74%, Chardonnay 26% These vineyards have a north east aspect and are up to 170 m above sea level, grown in the Peroldt five-wire trellising system on Duplex Koffieklip ( Coffee Stone ) and Estcourt soils. These vineyards comprise about 9 hectares of the total of 55 planted. the natural fruit flavours. The cultivars are then fermented at C in stainless steel tanks and blended, after the wine spent 2 months on its gross lees. ph: 3.2 Alcohol: 13.0 vol% A blend of Sauvignon blanc 74%, Chardonnay 26%, this 2013 Cuvee blanc takes this wine to a new level. Ripe citrus, with pears and apples, rounded off with lively zesty acidity. This wine is crisp and clean and is perfect for any occasion. as an aperitif. Enjoy now, through 2013 and P.O. Box 2261, Stellenbosch, 7601, Tel.: +27 (0) , Fax: +27 (0)

5 Eikendal Cuvée Blanc 2012 Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay These vineyards have a north east aspect and are up to 170 m above sea level, grown in the Peroldt five-wire trellising system on Duplex Koffieklip ( Coffee Stone ) and Estcourt soils. These vineyards comprise about 9 hectares of the total of 55 planted. the natural fruit flavours. The cultivars are then fermented at C in stainless steel tanks and blended, after the wine spent 2 months on its gross lees. ph: 3.2 Alcohol: 12.5 vol% A blend of Sauvignon blanc 50%, Chardonnay 50%, this 2012 Cuvee blanc takes this wine to a new level. Ripe citrus, with pears and apples, rounded off with lively zesty acidity. This wine is crisp and clean and is perfect for any occasion... as an aperitif. Enjoy now, through 2011 and P.O. Box 2261, Stellenbosch, 7601, Tel.: +27 (0) , Fax: +27 (0)