{"title":"White wines","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"magdalena-2024-wine","title":"Magdalena 2024","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe Landscape Series is a range of six wines that showcase our finest vineyard sites, together with some special old vine treasures, and aims to give an honest representation of the elements that make them unique. We wanted the labels to reflect this approach and commissioned artist Rod Freemantle to capture the spirit of these landscapes. He painted each label using pigments he created by grinding rocks from the vineyards where these grapes were grown, mixing them with natural binders to create earth-based paints. Each label literally contains the ground beneath the vines—a true representation of the diverse landscapes that shape these wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINEYARD NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe 2024 vintage was marked by a wet winter and spring, fostering vigorous vineyard growth, whilst challenging weather during flowering resulted in lower yields. The varieties in this wine are 39% Sauvignon Blanc from Bot River and Olifantsrivier, 35% Chenin Blanc from Bot River and Swartland, 23% of our own Semillon (planted 2006), and 3% Muscat d'Alexandrie from Olifantsrivier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAll fruit was whole bunch pressed and 100% wild fermented and matured in 400- and 500L French barrels (20% of which were new barrels, light toast). The wine spent nine months on its lees before blending and bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eA layered and absorbing vintage that combines the freshness of pear, green plum and nectarine with a herbal edge of sage, Thai basil and lemon thyme. As in previous years the lightly flinty reduction adds depth and smokiness, whilst quince, ginger and nougat add heft to the mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAlc 13.64 | RS 2.0 | TA 5.6 | pH 3.19\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/Magdalena2024.pdf?v=1754409782\"\u003eOpen PDF Tasting note\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gabrielskloof","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42428791324733,"sku":"MAG24","price":450.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/Gabrielskloof-LandscapeSeries-Magdalena-750ml-Front-2024-HD-noShadow.png?v=1773654048"},{"product_id":"elodie-2024-wine","title":"Elodie 2024","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe Landscape Series is a range of six wines that showcase our finest vineyard sites, together with some special old vine treasures and aims to give an honest representation of the elements that make them unique. We wanted the labels to reflect this approach and commissioned artist Rod Freemantle to capture the spirit of these landscapes. He painted each label using pigments he created by grinding rocks from the vineyards where these grapes were grown, mixing them with natural binders to create earth-based paints. Each label literally contains the ground beneath the vines—a true representation of the diverse landscapes that shape these wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINEYARD NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe 2024 vintage was marked by a wet winter and spring, fostering vigorous vineyard growth, whilst challenging weather during flowering resulted in lower yields. Grapes were sourced from two distinct dryland Swartland bushvine blocks. Thirty per cent of the fruit came from the Jakkalsfontein vineyard, known for its granite soils and vines planted in 1986. The remaining 70% hailed from Nuweland, characterised by its iron-rich soils and vines planted in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAll fruit was whole bunch pressed and 100% wild fermented. Fermented and matured in older 400- and 500L barrels. The wine spent nine months on its lees before blending and bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eA generous vintage showing an array of orchard fruits, citrus and thatch aromatics that lead into a densely flavoursome palate. The core of apricot, wild honey and lemon rind meld with an oatmeal-like roundness towards a long finish that is given tension by a crunchy apple-skin texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAlc 13.17% vol | RS 2.3 | TA 5.9 | pH 3.18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/Elodie2024.pdf?v=1754393962\"\u003eOpen PDF Tasting note\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Landscape Series","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42599277494333,"sku":"EL24","price":450.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/Gabrielskloof-LandscapeSeries-Elodie-750ml-Front-2024-HD-noShadow.png?v=1773654050"},{"product_id":"madame-lucys-mcc-2022-wine","title":"Madame Lucy's MCC 2022","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003ePart of our Projects Range, Madame Lucy's Cap Classique began as a heartfelt passion project and has evolved into a distinguished wine worthy of acclaim in its own right. Now in its ninth vintage, this wine carries the memory of our cherished French Toy Poodle, Lucy, whose playful spirit and unwavering companionship inspired its creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINEYARD NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage benefited from abundant winter rains and full dam levels, setting the foundation for a cool, even growing season. This cuvée showcases a thoughtful selection: 25% Chardonnay from the cool heights of Elgin, 50% Chardonnay from the mountain vineyards of Ceres, and 25% Pinot Noir from our own Gabriëlskloof estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAll grapes underwent gentle, extended whole-bunch pressing to preserve delicate aromatics. The juice was naturally fermented and aged separately in older oak barrels for six months before blending and bottling in August 2022. Second fermentation occurred under crown cap, with the wine resting on lees for 20 months before disgorgement with zero dosage in March 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThis bone-dry Cap Classique presents with remarkable freshness and linear precision. The nose reveals an enticing interplay of bright citrus and toasted brioche reminiscent of lemon meringue pie. On the palate, chalky minerality provides a structure for flavours of crisp Granny Smith apple and grapefruit zest, whilst gentle lees contact adds subtle roundness and complexity. The mousse is finely integrated, leading to a focused, mouth-watering finish that lingers with elegant persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAlc 11.5% vol | RS 2.7 | TA 6.8 | pH 3.24\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ePDF Tasting Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42442827006013,"sku":"MCC22","price":360.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/MadameLucy_sMCC2022_8574aa2f-d4e3-49d9-bb4d-7d40476ee6c0.png?v=1773654050"},{"product_id":"era-rene-2024-wine","title":"Era René 2024","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe Landscape Series showcases our finest vineyard sites alongside select, old-vine treasures. Artist Rod Freemantle painted each label using pigments he created by grinding rocks from the very vineyards where these grapes were grown. Each label literally contains the ground beneath the vines. Era René, our first Bot River Chenin, is named after founder Bernhard Heyns' mother, honouring her legacy of grit and unconditional love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINEYARD NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe 2024 harvest was characterized by a wet winter and spring, which fostered vigorous vineyard growth, whilst challenging weather conditions during flowering resulted in lower yields. The fruit is from two vineyards on the farm. The first vineyard (about 50% of the fruit) was planted to Semillon in 2004 and grafted to Chenin Blanc in 2016, and the rest is from a bushvine vineyard planted in 2018.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAll fruit was whole-bunch pressed and 100% wild-fermented. Fermented and matured in older 400- and 500L barrels. The wine spent nine months on its lees before being blended and bottled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe nose opens with limes, yellow cling peaches, and kumquat, as well as a delicate white floral note. A weighty, textured palate delivers golden delicious apples, pistachio and a touch of vanilla, all refreshingly cut by zippy acidity and a saline finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAlc 13% | RS 2.3 | TA 5.7 | pH 3.12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eOpen PDF Tasting note\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Landscape Series","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42592089964605,"sku":"ERARENE24","price":450.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/Gabrielskloof-LandscapeSeries-EraRene-750ml-Front-2024-HD-noShadow.png?v=1773654104"},{"product_id":"chenin-blanc-2025-wine","title":"Synonym Chenin Blanc 2025","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eSynonym is the new name for our Gabriëlskloof Chenin Blanc, part of the Gabriëlskloof Range. We chose this name because Chenin Blanc is synonymous with South African wine—it's our country in a glass. Whilst crafted with the same attention to detail as our Landscape Series, Synonym is designed to be approachable and enjoyed upon release, showing the pure expression of Chenin from vineyards in Bot River, Swartland and Elgin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLIMATE \u0026amp; VITICULTURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe 2025 vintage was marked by a late wet winter and ideal spring conditions, fostering vigorous vineyard growth. Challenging weather during early flowering reduced yields, concentrating the fruit. Summer arrived mild and dry before hot conditions accelerated our harvest timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAll fruit was whole-bunch pressed and 100% wild-fermented. Half was fermented in stainless steel tanks, with the remaining half fermented in barrel. The wine spent seven months on its lees before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eA concentrated expression showing yellow citrus, green papaya, white pear and white floral notes on the nose. The palate is concentrated and weighty, with lemon curd, Granny Smith apple and loquat alongside mouth-coating honeycomb, cut through by the freshness and crunch of watermelon rind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAlc 13.5% vol | RS 2.5 | TA 6.0 | pH 3.44\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/Chenin_Blanc_2025.pdf?v=1763401577\"\u003ePDF Tasting note\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gabriëlskloof Range","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42710909288509,"sku":"CB25","price":160.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/Gabrielskloof-CheninBlanc-Synonym-750ml-Front-2025-HD-noShadow.png?v=1763605685"},{"product_id":"amphora-sauvignon-blanc-2024-wine","title":"Amphora Sauvignon Blanc 2024","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex-1  flex  flex-col  gap-3  px-4  max-w-3xl  mx-auto  w-full pt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-test-render-count=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group  relative pb-3\" data-is-streaming=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"font-claude-response  relative  leading-[1.65rem]  [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:bg-bg-000\/50  [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:border-0.5  [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:border-border-400  [\u0026amp;_.ignore-pre-bg\u0026gt;div]:bg-transparent  [\u0026amp;_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2  [\u0026amp;_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8  [\u0026amp;_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2  [\u0026amp;_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid-cols-1 grid gap-2.5 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe Amphora Sauvignon Blanc forms part of our Projects Range. These are wines we can get geeky about—interesting, small runs and slightly quirky—but always delicious!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINEYARD NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe 2024 vintage was marked by a wet winter and spring, fostering vigorous vineyard growth, whilst challenging weather during flowering resulted in lower yields. The fruit for this wine comes from two sources—half from our own vineyards, with the rest sourced from two vineyards in Olifantsrivier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eWhole bunch pressed and 100% wild fermented in clay amphorae. Aged for seven months on gross lees without any additions, with minimal SO₂ additions just before bottling. Locally made, these amphorae have been developed over ten years of trial and error. Ranging in sizes—between 500L and 860L—they are porous, with no lining inside, allowing for the perfect amount of micro-oxidation during maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAnother alluringly atypical expression of Sauvignon Blanc, with aromas of wet stone, passion fruit and white pear to the fore. The variety is betrayed by a distinctive blackcurrant leaf note on the nose and dried seaweed on the palate, whilst a faintly leesy mouthfeel fills the mid-palate. A zippy, citrus-rind acidity keeps the wine tense and energetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-subheading text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAlc 13.5% vol | RS 3 | TA 6.8 | pH 3.17\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/Amphora_2024.pdf?v=1763371319\"\u003ePDF Tasting note here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42718471651389,"sku":"AM24","price":345.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/Gabrielskloof-AmphoraSauvignonBlanc-750ml-Front-2024-HD-noShadow.png?v=1773654110"},{"product_id":"the-blanc-2025","title":"The Blanc 2025","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Blanc\" is the new name for our Gabriëlskloof Sauvignon Blanc, part of the Gabriëlskloof Range. We chose this name for obvious reasons – it's a playful nod to the variety itself whilst giving our Sauvignon Blanc its own distinct identity. Together with the Rosebud, Synonym Chenin Blanc, The Blend and Syrah, this range offers a selection of boutique-style wines that always over-deliver on quality and value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLIMATE \u0026amp; VITICULTURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2025 vintage benefited from a late, wet winter and ideal spring conditions, though early flowering faced challenges from wind and rain. The season progressed into a mild, dry summer followed by hot conditions that accelerated harvest timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sauvignon Blanc 2025 was fermented wild in stainless steel tanks and left on its lees for seven months before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA rockpool salinity and kelpy freshness mingle with blackcurrant and white flowers on the nose, whilst the palate is bracingly fresh and yet with rounded edges, showing litchis and green tropical fruits. The mouthfeel has a crunchy, watermelon-rind character that keeps the wine focused – and very moreish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlc 14% vol | RS 1.8 g\/l | TA 6.2 g\/l | pH 3.20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/The_Blanc_Sauvignon_Blanc_2025.pdf?v=1767862310\"\u003ePDF Tasting note\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gabriëlskloof Range","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42905912836157,"sku":"SB25","price":135.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1774\/8945\/files\/Gabrielskloof-Gabrielskloof-SauvignonBlanc-750ml-Front-2025-HD-noShadow.png?v=1773654113"}],"url":"https:\/\/gabrielskloof.co.za\/collections\/whites\/unwooded-white.oembed","provider":"Gabriëlskloof Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}