Lievland
Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc from Western Cape, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Lievland
Lievland’s history dates back to 1715, when the original farm was granted to the ex-soldier Jurie Hanekom. Lievland lies on the western slopes of the Simonsberg mountains between Stellenbosch and Paarl, two of the most prominent wine-growing areas in the Cape. The climate, location, and soil on the slopes are conducive to the cultivation of high-quality grapes, and some of the Cape’s best-known wines are made here. Lievland is all about "the here and now", and their wines are made in a generous fruit-forward, well-extracted style.
Description
Pale straw in colour with a light green tinge, the tropical bouquet is enhanced by passion fruit and pineapple on the palate. The crisp, well-integrated acidity is balanced by a rich, full structure and a rounded mouthfeel. The vineyards are situated in the Elgin Valley on the Cape South Coast. Elgin has relatively high elevations at about 300m above sea level. With its proximity to the ocean, the region is decidedly cool-climate and provides optimal growing conditions for Sauvignon Blanc.
Food Pairing
This Chenin can easily be enjoyed on its own, but can also complement dishes such as smoked pork, Cape Malay bobotie, or creamy seafood.
