Van Loveren Christiana Sauvignon Blanc 2021

Van Loveren Christiena Sauvignon Blanc 2021

Awards/Evaluation

2020 Platter Wine Guide: 4.5 Stars
2019 Platter Wine Guide: 95 points, 4.5 Stars
2018 Veritas Wine Awards: Bronze
2018 Tim Atkin Report: 90 points (2018 Vintage)
2017 Platter Wine Guide: 5 Stars
2017 Wine Enthusias: 88 Points
2017 Tim Atkin Report: 90 points (2017 Vintage)

Maker comment

One that you can enjoy the scent of grass and fresh herbs that is typical of Sauvignon Blanc. A well-balanced blend of apples and green figs with an elegant finish.

food pairing

Vinaigrette dressings and salads, goat cheese, lemon-flavoured fish dishes, Thai dishes and more.

Country of origin/production area

south africa robertson

vintage

2021

type

dry white

Main varieties

sauvignon blanc

Alcohol degree

less than 12.5%

capacity

750ml

Producer information

Established in 1937. Van Lovelen is considered South Africa's leading family winery for its consistent productivity and innovation, and consistently producing award-winning wines. It was handed down from the first Retief family to the family, and is now run by cousins ​​as the third generation.
Location: Robertson Valley. Most of the farmland is designated as the Cape Botanical Reserve Protected Area Group, making it one of the wineries that actively engages in environmental conservation and animal protection.

overview

●Cap: Cork ●Cultivation/Soil: Alluvial soil mixed with well-drained sand. 16 years old.
●Manufacturing: Carefully selected and hand-picked early in the morning. Skin contact before squeezing. Only free-run juice is used, cold and warm to calm down, and the yeast enhances the unique flavor of Sauvignon Blanc, volatile thiol, while clarifying.
Aging potential: 2-4 years

#South African wine