COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Richard Kershaw Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Kershaw Smuggler's Boot Sauvignon Blanc 2022 is a single-varietal Sauvignon Blanc from the Western Cape, South Africa. It is part of a special range by Richard Kershaw Wines, named 'Smuggler's Boot,' which aims to honor South Africa's inventive wine history through experimental bottlings from interesting vineyard blocks. Richard Kershaw, a Master of Wine, founded his winery in 2012 with a focus on cool-climate, site-specific wines, particularly from the Elgin Valley, emphasizing minimal intervention to reflect the terroir. The 'Smuggler's Boot' concept itself is a nod to the historical practice of smuggling grapevine cuttings into the country.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after the historical smuggling of grapevine cuttings into South Africa.
Fact 02
Richard Kershaw is South Africa's only winemaking Master of Wine.
Fact 03
The 'Smuggler's Boot' range is experimental, exploring unique vineyard sites.
Fact 04
The Western Cape offers diverse microclimates ideal for quality viticulture.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Kershaw Smuggler's Boot Sauvignon Blanc 2022 is crafted from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes sourced from the Western Cape. The winemaking process for the Sauvignon Blanc component involves fermentation in tanks, a technique chosen to preserve the varietal's inherent aromatic qualities and freshness. Richard Kershaw's overall winemaking philosophy is rooted in minimal intervention, aiming to express the unique characteristics of the vineyard site and the cool-climate terroir of regions like Elgin. The 'Smuggler's Boot' range represents an experimental aspect of his work, often exploring less conventional vineyard blocks.
