“Wine is sunlight, held together by water.” — Galileo Galilei.
Sauvignon Blanc captures the essence of Galileo’s words. The first sip is like a crisp September morning, gradually revealing sun-kissed fruits and floral notes as it warms. It is no wonder that Sauvignon Blanc is South Africa’s best-selling white wine. Each sip embodies the freshness of the Jonkershoek valley’s springtime blooms.
Sauvignon Blanc is thought to have originated in the South West of France, and today is one of the most widely planted Bordeaux varietals. The name “Sauvignon Blanc” is derived from the French words “sauvage” and “blanc,” which translate to “wild” and “white,” respectively. The term “sauvage” refers to the grape’s origins in the wild or untamed nature of its early cultivation. “Blanc” simply means “white,” indicating the grape’s colour.
As one of Bordeaux’s most popular exports, Sauvignon Blanc can now be found all over both the old-world regions and the new. Sauvignon Blanc tends to form buds rather late, but ripens early, making it perfect for the Western Cape climate, and producing a wide variety of styles.
Lanzerac’s Jonkershoek Sauvignon Blanc finds the perfect balance between cold climate freshness, and warmer climate aromatic fruits. On the palate, it offers a crisp, lively acidity balanced by a subtle minerality and a lingering, zesty finish. The perfect accompaniment to your lazy September afternoons.