Sauvignon Blanc - Simonsig Wine Estate

IN BRIEF

📍 Stellenbosch · 100% Sauvignon Blanc
High-altitude vineyards
Reductive winemaking
Fermentation at 12-14 °C

Why we like it

It’s a fresh and immediate Sauvignon Blanc, but not aggressively herbaceous. Guava, melon, and grapefruit create a sunny profile, while high acidity keeps the sip dry and smooth. We chose it because it offers an approachable expression of the grape, suitable for aperitifs and everyday cuisine, without sacrificing precision.

Wine Profile

The entry is light and fresh, with guava and melon. Gooseberry, fig, and grapefruit emerge in the mid-palate. The acidity is lively but well-balanced, with a lean and linear body. The finish is clean, harmonious, and citrusy, without excessive aromatic notes.

The winery's signature

The grapes come from Simonsig’s highest Sauvignon Blanc vineyards, refreshed by ocean breezes from False Bay. The winemaking process is reductive to limit oxidation. Only some batches undergo brief skin contact; pressing is gentle, and must yield is controlled. After decantation, fermentation proceeds slowly at 12-14 °C with selected yeasts.

Food pairing

Ideal as an aperitif, with salads, goat cheese, and lemon-dressed fish. It also pairs well with spaghetti with bottarga, crispy vegetables, ceviche, and not-too-spicy Thai dishes.

Serving

Serve at 7-10 °C. No aeration required. Use a young white wine glass.

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Technical sheet

Cork: Screwcap
Alcohol: 13.5%
Residual sugars: 1.6 g/l
Total acidity: 7 g/l
pH: 3.14