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Grape Varieties:
Elgin Viognier 60%, Elgin Chardonnay 17%, Bot River Roussanne 14%, Bot River Chenin Blanc 9%
Winemaking Method & Maturation:
Villion Blanc de l'Atlantique is crafted using a minimal intervention approach, rooted in environmentally friendly and traditional winemaking methods. The winemaker selects fruit from multiple wards, ensuring that each vineyard contributes specific characteristics to the blend, such as elevated aromatics, layered flavor, and structure. Grapes are hand-selected, and spontaneous fermentation with ambient yeast is favored, showcasing the authenticity and terroir of the region. Some components, like Chenin Blanc, undergo skin fermentation to lend extra texture, while the wine is aged in small French oak barrels for seven months to heighten perfume and complexity without overshadowing the fruit. The process is designed to preserve natural aromas, texture, and mineral freshness, with an emphasis on freshness and maritime influence from the Cape South Coast.
Tasting notes:
On colour
Villion Wines Blanc de l’Atlantique 2022 shows a pale lemon to lemon-gold colour with bright, youthful reflections, suggesting a fresh, aromatic white blended from cooler coastal-origin fruit.
On the nose
The nose is expressive and perfumed, opening with intense jasmine and orange blossom, ripe peach and apricot, and subtle tropical tones, layered with sweet baking spice, hints of vanilla and a touch of caramel over a clean, fresh core.
On the palate
The palate is dry with a mouth-watering entry and medium body, echoing juicy stone fruits and gentle tropical notes wrapped in soft spice, while a lively, dominant freshness and well-judged alcohol keep the wine poised, flowing into a nicely persistent, aromatic finish.
On the whole
An intensely aromatic yet refreshing coastal white, combining ripe stone fruit richness with floral lift and bright acidity.
Aging potential:
Perfect now but will show different faces within the next 5 – 10 years.
| Alcohol | 13.5% |
|---|---|
| Residual sugar | 2.8g/L |
| Acidity | 5.1g/L |
| Ph Level | 3.59 |
| Region | Elgin and Bot river |
| Producer | Villion Wines |
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