2023 Estate SSV, Lomond Wines

Western Cape, South Africa

A refreshing, elegant blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Viognier.  It opens in the glass with aromas of gooseberry and tropical fruit, layered with citrus and hints of spice. Beautifully balanced with full-flavoured passion fruit and citrus notes lifted by a zesty, mouthwatering finish.

Excellent to drink now as the Sauvignon Blanc’s racy acidity is to the fore but after 2 years in bottle the Viognier and Semillon start to emerge with the Viognier noticeable for apricot notes and the Semillon adding richness and texture.

Lomond is situated on The Agulhas Plain near the southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas – the meeting place of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans – and within sight of the sea.

Whats in the bottle
Sauvignon Blanc 77%, Semillon 19%, Viognier 4%

Notable Awards
4 Stars, Platters Wine Guide 2022

£15.95
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In 1999, Geoff McIver established the Lomond estate, which is situated on the Agulhas Plain near the southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas – the confluence of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans- eight kilometres from the fishing village of Gansbaai and within sight of the sea. The estate takes its name from the Ben Lomond Mountain in the Uilenkraal Valley.

Award-winning winemaker Hannes Meyer joined the team and skillfully crafts a portfolio of stunning wines from this top wine-growing region, some of which are named after the indigenous flora, known as ‘Fynbos’. The vines are planted on as many as 18 different soil types, which appear naturally in small pockets along the slopes and produce intriguingly complex wines, with flavour profiles that differ significantly from one block to the next. The terroir, climate and location of Lomond combine to create superb single-vineyard wines. The vineyard is sustainably cultivated; Lomond is a member of South Africa’s Integrated Production of Wine (IPW), Wine & Agricultural Ethical Trade Association (WIETA) and the Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy.

The grapes were handled reductively, which reduces the amount of oxygen the fruit has exposure to and helps to preserve fresh, fruity and vibrant notes. The grapes were gently pressed and the juice was then fermented at cool temperatures of between 13˚ C and 15˚ C, to preserve the varietal characteristics. The wine was left on the lees for six weeks, imparting texture before being racked. The Semillon and Viognier components were matured in third fill oak barrels for four months, adding subtle complexity.

Producer
Lomond Wines

Country
South Africa

Region
Western Cape

Sub-Region
Cape Agulhas

Grape
Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Viognier

Size
750ml

Types
White Wine

Vintage
2023

2023 Estate SSV, Lomond Wines

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