Altima Sauvignon Blanc

The g rapes were hand-picked i n t he early morning a t t heir optimum ripeness levels and transported to the cellar in refrigerated trucks. To maximise flavour extraction, all of the fruit was de-stemmed, crushed, and given some skin contact. After settling for two days, the free-run juice was fermented separately in stainless steel tanks.

The 2023 harvest was preceded by a warm and dry winter, with fairly even budding occurring slightly earlier than the previous year. The warm weather continued throughout the growing season, resulting in an overall lighter crop in most regions. Heavy rains in early December provided much relief and ensured that the vines were in good condition in time for harvest. For the most part of the season, conditions were ideal, and the fruit quality was exceptional. The unusually high and continuous rainfall in March posed some challenges for later-ripening regions and varietals. Overall, a fantastic vintage that promises to produce some outstanding wines.

The wine spent 3 to 5 months on the lees to develop a full, well-rounded palate before being blended and bottled.