| The FMC (Forrester Meinert Chenin) |
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Full, rich, remarkable finesse. Palate showing vanilla and honey flavours and a forever finish. The pinnacle of what we consider to be the finest expression of the grapes of this varietal - an icon chenin, a challenge to the world! |
| Vintage |
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2003 |
| Grape Varieties |
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100% Chenin Blanc |
| Region |
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Stellenbosch |
| Soil |
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Clovelly soil, bush vines |
| Yield |
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6 tons per hectare |
| Aspect |
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south-south-west |
| Analysis |
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Alc 14 % By Vol
Ta 6.4 g/l
Rs 8.8 g/l
Ph 3.46 |
Hand selected Chenin Blanc - primarily from low yielding , old bush vines (planted in 1967). Harvested at full maturity. Natural wild yeast fermentation in new French oak 400 L barrels, using Chenin Noble Late Harvest as a blending wine. Maturation on the lees - total of 10 months in the barrel.
The pinnacle of what we consider to be the finest expression of the grapes of this varietal - An icon chenin, a challenge to the world ! Complex , full palate showing vanilla and honey flavours and a forever finish. Will age beautifully for many years.
Serve with truffled chicken breasts, mild seafood/shellfish curries, well spiced dishes or veal. |
