COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Stark-Condé Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Stark-Condé Round Mountain Sauvignon Blanc originates from the Jonkershoek Valley in Stellenbosch, South Africa. The wine is named in tribute to José Condé's mother-in-law, whose Japanese maiden name translates to 'round mountain,' referencing the vineyard's location. The grapes are sourced from an old, high-elevation vineyard on the Stark-Condé farm, characterized by decomposed granite soils. The producer, Stark-Condé Wines, was founded by Hans and Midori Schroder, with José Condé and his wife Marie now playing a significant role. The estate is committed to organic farming practices, with this wine being certified organic by Ecocert. The winemaking approach aims to highlight the unique fruit intensity of the site, moving away from more common herbaceous profiles found in some South African Sauvignon Blancs.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Round Mountain' name honors José Condé's mother-in-law's maiden name, Maruyama (Japanese for 'round mountain').
Fact 02
The vineyard is organically farmed and situated on one of the highest slopes of the Stark-Condé farm.
Fact 03
The wine is intentionally crafted to showcase fruit intensity over traditional green herbaceous notes.
Fact 04
This Sauvignon Blanc is certified organic by Ecocert.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Stark-Condé Round Mountain Sauvignon Blanc is produced from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Following pressing and natural settling, the juice is racked 'dirty' to barrel for fermentation, primarily using older, neutral French oak with a small proportion of new oak. The wine is aged for approximately nine months on its lees, with partial lees stirring employed to enhance balance and palate weight. The wine is bottled with minimal filtration. The vineyard is organically farmed and certified by Ecocert. The 2023 vintage experienced a dry, warm mid-summer, which contributed to favorable vine condition and even ripening.
