Alheit Vineyards - La Colline Vineyard 2016
South Africa
White
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93/100
Robert Parker
The La Colline vineyard bears witness to an extraordinary viticultural heritage: on this parcel are planted vines of Sémillon gris, which has disappeared from the rest of the planet. This cuvée defends the South African identity in all its splendor: great depth, density and texture typical of old Sémillon vines.
Features
Estate
Alheit Vineyards
Cuvée
La Colline Vineyard
Vintage
2016
Designation
Coastal Region
Region
South Africa
Grape varieties
90% Sémillon blanc, 10% Sémillon gris
Terroirs
soils of decomposed granite, sandstone and quartz
Viticulture
reasoned
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
whole bunch pressing.
Breeding
in barrels on lees
Alcohol content
14 %
Tasting & pairing
Nose
aromas of orange peel, hay, peach and citrus fruit
Mouth
concentrated and complex
Serve
decant at 10-12°C
Drink from
2018
Drink before
2029
Food and wine pairing
enjoy with prawns, lobster, veal blanquette...
Alheit Vineyards
Coastal Region
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (guide 2017) 93/100 (Vintage 2015) (Wonderful wine)
Wine Spectator
Domaine noté (guide 2021) Recommended (wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
Tim Atkin
Graded area (2020 guide) Recommended
Customer reviews
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