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Special Select

2005 Robertson Sauvignon Blanc

The Rietvallei Special Select is a captivating Sauvignon Blanc from the esteemed Robertson region, showcasing its remarkable pedigree from the 2005 vintage. This delightful white wine is medium-bodied, presenting a beautiful balance of structure and freshness. Its acidity is pronounced, creating a mouthwatering and lively character that complements the fruitiness beautifully. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing enticing notes of citrus and tropical fruits that dance on the palate. While this wine offers a crisp and refreshing profile, it remains bone dry, making it incredibly food-friendly. This bottle stands as a testament to the exceptional terroir of Robertson and the skillful craftsmanship behind its production.

Tasting notes:


Mineral

Mineral

Green Apple

Green Apple

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

Flavor profile:


Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Robertson

Like many South African wine regions, Robertson is in a beautiful location that matches its dramatic scenery with equally impressive wines. Known as the "valley of wine and roses," Robertson lies 100 miles east of Cape Town in the Breede River Valley region. Fed by the Breede and sheltered by the Langeberg Mountains to the north, Robertson Valley is prized for its limestone and gravel soils and temperate Mediterranean climate. From complex Shiraz, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon to dynamic Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc—and even world-class sparkling wines—Robertson has it all.

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