Wildeberg’s rationale is to source the finest vineyards available to us across Franschhoek and the Coastal Region. Semillon from Franschhoek is barrel fermented in 600 litre French and Austrian oak then aged for 10 months in barrel. Sauvignon Blanc is fermented in stainless steel and kept on the gross lees for 10 months. Once the blend is decided the wine is allowed to marry in tank for 6 weeks prior to coarse filtration and bottling. Semillon is aged in 36% new barrels, 44% 2nd fill, 20% stainless steel.
A lovely complex wine, The nose has gentle aromas of lemongrass and grapefruit with notes of hay and fennel. The palate has a concentrated, textural mouthfeel with lanolin and preserved lemons. Pithy, affirmatively tart with bright acidity on the refreshingly taut, appetising finish. Great with white fish, roast chicken dishes, or tiger prawns with chilli. Lovely and an absolute bargain given the quality.
