Cape Of Good Hope

Altima Sauvignon Blanc

Name: Western Slopes
Brand: Cape Of Good Hope
Price: 200 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Rating: Platter's 4.5 (1 reviews)

Sauvignon Blanc from Overberg, South Africa

TWS '22

Silver

TWS '22

R145

Bottle size:

750 ml

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Anthonij Rupert Wyne

"A wine of contrasts. So intense yet with a subtle delicacy. Green, but not green. Fresh green herbs, lime zest, lemongrass, and verbena with a fragrant lift of elderflower and blackcurrant leaves, but nothing even hinting at tartness or unripeness, which can often mislead you on the herbal spectrum. Perfectly ripe fruit, a hint of granadilla, having benefitted from a long, slow build-up of strong aromatic intensity by being secluded at 700 m on the cool south-facing slopes of this steep walled-in mountainous spot, surrounded by the most crunchy and flavoursome apples you’re likely to come across. That´s a sign, right there. Apples and acidity. A long slow growing season with warm sunny days and cold nights, it just can´t get much better than that. So, how can they tap in even further on the extreme potential of the vineyard? When the wine shows the true character of its place in such a lovely way? What other winemakers only dream about comes naturally here. A generous amount of crystalline, zingy acidity. Forcing them to wait to pick the fruit and naturally tame the acidity as all the flavours are already there. As a fair exchange for the wait, the vine trades some of the most razor-sharp acidity for some additional sugar ripeness which naturally results in slightly more density and palate weight. And a half percent higher alcohol without being noticed in the mix. Adding to the intriguing contrasts of a distinctly charismatic yet delicate fruit expression with generosity and great persistence. Refreshingly cool and tight, it lingers on and remains on your mind. " - Madeleine Stenwreth MW

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Minerality

Altima is situated in Elandskloof, an isolated valley north of Villiersdorp which is 5km wide and is surrounded by a steep mountain range that rises 1km from the valley floor. The steep topography causes the valley to receive less direct sunlight due to the overshadowing mountains. This, t ogether w ith t he e levation o f 6 00 t o 8 50m results in an extraordinary cool climate for the valley.This unique terroir produces wines with a high natural acidity and upfront aromas. Grapes are harvested much later than other sites in the Western Cape, with harvest usually starting early in March. The vineyards produce an intense Sauvignon Blanc with a fresh expression of passion fruit, gooseberry, citrus and freshly cut grass. “Late, slow and steady” is the best way to describe the 2021 vintage. The preceding winter was cold and wet, resulting in good dormancy and healthy dam levels prior to the growing season. The cool weather continued into spring which in turn resulted in a delayed but relatively even bud break, flowering a nd f ruit s et. Th e mo derate su mmer temperatures slowed the ripening period and resulted in harvest starting about two weeks later than normal. The usually hot month of February was uncharacteristically cool, allowing for the gradual ripening of fruit with good flavours and acidity. An exceptional vintage which promises to deliver outstanding wines.

Cape Of Good Hope

This is a range created in recognition of the Cape of Good Hope’s vinous heritage which stretches back more than 350 years when the first Governor of the Cape planted grapes. These unique wines are the result of irreplaceable parcels of old vines and site specific terroirs. The labels reflect the grape variety as well as the origin and singular characters behind them.