Backsberg Family Reserve White 2016

This wine could make an ordinary toasted cheese sandwich look gourmet.

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Description

A wonderful medley of coconut, peach and aniseed aromas combined with vanilla undertones on the palate and a   creamy, long-lasting finish.

Origin: Paarl
Climate: Mediterranean
Vinification: Grapes with intense flavour are selected in the vineyard and only small batches of 2 barrels each are made per cultivar. Each is fermented in new French oak barrels and stirred on the lees for 6 months. The desired, best blend is made from these and is bottled directly out of the barrel.Only 6 barrels of Family Reserve White 2014 were produced.

Blend: Rousanne, Chardonnay, Sauvignon   Blanc
Potential: 10-15 years
Analysis: R/S (g/l): 2.6   pH: 3.4   TA: 5.2 Alc: 13.99%
Pairing:  Rich cheeses, full-flavoured and creamy food. Particularly compliments chicken and duck. This wine could make an ordinary toasted cheese sandwich look gourmet.

Price: A$198 per case (12 x 750ml – A$33 per 750ml bottle)