Warwick Professor Black Sauvignon Blanc 2021

Warwick Professor Black Sauvignon Blanc 2021

Awards/Evaluation

2020VT

Platter Wine Guide 2021: 85 points

Maker comment

Aromas of flowers, green leaves, ripe passion fruit and lime. Fresh, lively acidity, straight and rich flavors of passion fruit and citrus, pleasant fresh green notes. A clean, smooth and transparent taste. A pleasant wine with fresh bright acidity that lasts until the end.

food pairing

Fresh green salad, green asparagus with parmesan cheese, marinated seafood, salmon, cold pasta and more.

Country of origin/production area

south africa stellenbosch

vintage

2021

*Depending on the stock situation, the vintage of the wine to be shipped may differ from the description. If you are interested in vintage, please contact us before ordering.

type

dry white

Main varieties

sauvignon blanc

Alcohol degree

13.50%

capacity

750ml

Producer information

Warwick is one of South Africa's leading boutique wineries in the Stellenbosch region. Dating back to 1771, the farm has a long history.
In 1964, former owners Stan and Norma Ratcliffe purchased Warwick, a former fruit farm. Viticulture started in 1981 with a focus on classic Bordeaux varieties (Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon).
Norma Ratcliffe's dedication to winemaking made her one of the first female Cape winemakers. Warwick's "First Lady" series is a tribute to her achievements.
The first release on the Warwick label was in 1984. Since then, it has won many awards both at home and abroad, and has grown into one of South Africa's leading brands and established its position.
The winery is located at an altitude of 240-360m in the hills of the Simmonsberg Mountains, called the Red Wine Zone of Stellenbosch. This high position allows cool southeasterly winds to blow the vineyards in spring and summer.
Warwick has a variety of slopes and different clay-rich soil types that produce unique terroirs and complex, characterful wines. The main soil types are granitic oak leaf and tukul. The vineyard has cool east facing, south east facing, south facing and slightly warmer west facing slopes. One of the top Cabernet Francs representing South Africa is produced here in Warwick, and its fields are on the south and southwest slopes.
One of the things we take care in growing is that irrigation is kept to a minimum to express the unique terroir of this farm.
Over the last ten years, we have also recognized the importance of biodiversity and strived to maintain a balance between nature and winemaking.
Our soils have a high clay content so the need for irrigation is very low and some fields require no irrigation at all.
Cover crops, such as legumes and radishes, planted in the winter months improve soil health, organic matter and microbial activity, and reduce the need for herbicides. As a result, many earthworms live in the soil.
And when it comes to pest control, we rely on natural predators. Everything is cultivated and managed with respect for biodiversity. As a result, the problem of snails, weevils and other harmful insects is cleared.
Warwick's philosophy is to never compromise on quality. We aim to perform at the highest level in all that we do. And the wine we aim for is elegance. It is a slightly modest classic style to express it.

overview

● Cap: Cork. ●Cultivation/Manufacturing: Uses grapes from two high-altitude fields in Simmonsburg. One was planted in 2003. The other was planted in 1985. The soil is clay and granite. Harvesting takes place in the cool of the early morning, but the timing is staggered to allow for a wide range of aromas and complexity. After crushing, apply skin contact for 6-12 hours and then gently press. Fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged for 100 days with the sediment still in it (sur-ly manufacturing method). Aging potential: Vintage +5 years.

#South African wine