Excelsior
South Africa
A refreshing and elegant Sauvignon Blanc that fuels an entire community
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Excelsior
Sauvignon Blanc
In the picturesque heart of South African wine country is the De Wet farm, which has been farming horses, ostrich, and wine since the 19th century. Today the De Wet’s are focusing less on animal husbandry and more on winemaking and community development (proceeds from the wine have built schools and daycares in the Robertson Valley). With grapes grown on limestone-rich soils, their 2017 Sauvignon Blanc is full of refreshing green flavors—lime peel, green plum, and fresh herbs. Pale gold in color with deep green hues, this wine has a nose that is full of fruit and will pair with almost anything fresh.
REGION
South Africa has a surprisingly long and rich history considering its status as part of the “New World” of wine. Wine production is mainly situated around Cape Town, where the climate is generally warm to hot, but the Benguela current from Antarctica provides the bris ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Excelsior
Sauvignon Blanc
In the picturesque heart of South African wine country is the De Wet farm, which has been farming horses, ostrich, and wine since the 19th century. Today the De Wet’s are focusing less on animal husbandry and more on winemaking and community development (proceeds from the wine have built schools and daycares in the Robertson Valley). With grapes grown on limestone-rich soils, their 2017 Sauvignon Blanc is full of refreshing green flavors—lime peel, green plum, and fresh herbs. Pale gold in color with deep green hues, this wine has a nose that is full of fruit and will pair with almost anything fresh.
REGION
South Africa has a surprisingly long and rich history considering its status as part of the “New World” of wine. Wine production is mainly situated around Cape Town, where the climate is generally warm to hot, but the Benguela current from Antarctica provides the bris ...
WINE REGION:
South Africa
With its mountainous, maritime-influenced winegrowing regions, South Africa produces top-quality Cabernet Sauvignon and Chenin Blanc and premium Syrah, Pinotage, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The Dutch brought vines here back in the 1600s to satiate their thirsty sailors en route to India, but they probably never imagined just how important to the wine world South Africa would one day become. Indeed, it took centuries for South Africa to discover its full potential. Most of the country's winegrowing areas thrive in the southwest, known as the Western Cape. Its most famous regions are an easy drive from Cape Town and include Stellenbosch, Swartland, Breedekloof and Franschhoek.
WINE REGION
South Africa
With its mountainous, maritime-influenced winegrowing regions, South Africa produces top-quality Cabernet Sauvignon and Chenin Blanc and premium Syrah, Pinotage, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The Dutch brought vines here back in the 1600s to satiate their thirsty sailors en route to India, but they probably never imagined just how important to the wine world South Africa would one day become. Indeed, it took centuries for South Africa to discover its full potential. Most of the country's winegrowing areas thrive in the southwest, known as the Western Cape. Its most famous regions are an easy drive from Cape Town and include Stellenbosch, Swartland, Breedekloof and Franschhoek.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Fish Tacos, Cheeseboard, Roasted Vegetables
Pairs well with…
Fish Tacos, Cheeseboard, Roasted Vegetables
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Fish Tacos, Cheeseboard, Roasted Vegetables
Pairs well with…
Fish Tacos, Cheeseboard, Roasted Vegetables
TASTING NOTES:
Pineapple
Grapefruit
Fig
Try it with barbecued chicken, or fresh vegetables.
TASTING NOTES
Pineapple
Grapefruit
Fig
Try it with barbecued chicken, or fresh vegetables.