Crushed & Cured
Iona, Sophie Te'Blanche Sauvignon Blanc, Elgin, South Africa, 2023
Vibrant pure fruit of cut green apples, zesty limes, goosberries and tropical notes with white flowers and subtle mineral undertones. Sophie is fresh crisp, balanced, accessible, playful and delicious! Sophie te'Blanche, a nickname given by those including their workers, who can't pronounce Sauvignon Blanc, is the inspiration behind this much loved wine, produced from grapes grown by dedicated farmers in Elgin and the Cape South Coast.
Grapes were hand harvested at optimal ripeness during the season. Grapes are crushed and pressed immediately. Juice was settled overnight before being inoculated with a variety of selected yeast. After fermentation, wines are racked and spend 4 months on the fine lees before blending and bottling.
Region: Elgin
Vintage: 2024
Grape Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
ABV: 13%
Size: 750ml
Producer: Iona Vineyards