Babylonstoren Viognier

The Babylonstoren Viognier wine description.
AREA OF PRODUCTION
On the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain between the wine-growing areas of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa.

SOIL COMPOSITION
Dundee type soils of Table Mountain sandstone origin.
VINIFICATION AND PRODUCTION SYSTEM
70% of this wine underwent fermentation in stainless steel tanks for three weeks. It was racked off the primary lees and kept on the secondary lees for seven months before bottling. 20% of the wine was fermented and matured in second- and third-fill 300-litre French oak barrels for seven months and 10% was fermented and matured in a 4100-litre French oak foudre before being blended and bottled.

ORGANOLEPTIC DESCRIPTION: Dry, slightly wooded, medium-bodied white wine.
COLOUR: Gold tinge.
BOUQUET: Succulent white peach, apricot and apple blossom aromas. The subtle oak spice adds creamy depth and complexity, enhancing the ripe-fruited characteristics that make viognier so distinctive.

TASTE: Glides over the palate with a lovely balance between the floral quality and rich texture.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: Chilled, 11–12°C (51–53°F).
PRESERVATION: Ready to be enjoyed within the year of production, with ageing potential of another 12 to 18 months.
GASTRONOMIC SUGGESTIONS: Ideally paired with mild, creamy curries, dishes with ginger, saffron and coconut or fruity dishes such as chicken or lamb tagine with apricot

ANALYSIS
Alc : 14.5 % vol  rs : 2.7 g/l  pH : 3.32  ta : 5.9 g/l
type : White  style : Dry  body : Medium  taste : Fragrant   wooded
pack : Bottle   closure : Cork