Friday, June 17, 2011

2011 Sauvignon Blanc Releases

Sauvignon Blanc
Neethlingshof
Much-loved Stellenbosch estate, Neethlingshof, has just released its first wine of the 2011 vintage, a deliciously refreshing Sauvignon Blanc that just begs to be opened and savoured with delicious autumn dishes. Winemaker De Wet Viljoen is not exaggerating when he says all the promises of tropical fruits, green figs and fresh-cut grass on the nose follow through on the palate that is crisp and lively. It is also delectably mouth filling.

Twist open that screw cap and from the first waft you’ll be transported along the fragrant stone pine avenue that leads to the heart of Neethlingshof’s beautiful farm, where owl posts and islands of fynbos amongst the vineyards tell you this is a winery that takes sustainability and protection of its abundant biodiversity very seriously indeed.

Pair with salmon, prawns, chicken, duck or quail prepared or sip solo. A real taste treat, it is available from selected stockists nationwide for around R45 a 750ml bottle.


Du Toitskloof
Du Toitskloof Wines, the well-known cellar near Rawsonville in the Breede River valley, has just released the latest vintage of its much-loved Sauvignon Blanc. 


The 2011 Sauvignon Blanc, one of the favourites of local wine lovers, is bracingly fresh with an abundance of flavour and character - perfect to be enjoyed slightly chilled on its own or with a selection of mezze, Cape salmon and fresh oysters.  



Du Toitskloof is widely known for the quality of its wines, has been voted best value wine cellar by Wine Magazine four times in the competitions nine-year history. 

Located at the entrance of the Du Toitskloof Pass, the area is one of the coolest in the Breede River valley, with the vineyards in summer shaded from the early afternoon on by the high peaks of the Du Toitskloof Mountains, thereby providing the ideal conditions for producing exceptional Sauvignon Blancs.  



The 2011 Du Toitskloof Sauvignon Blanc is now available nationally and is expected to retail for about R37.

Source: De Kock Communications