Vineyards
The Semillon vineyard was planted in Franschhoek 23 years ago. Well drained and lightly
structured soil. The Sauvignon blanc originates from Darling.
Winemaking
Grapes were picked at optimal ripeness. The Semillon juice was natural fermented in a combination of french oak barrels, amphora and apollo fermentation tanks. The wine was kept on the fermentation lees for 8 months before bottling.
Analysis
Alcohol 11.7%
Total Acidity 5.5g/l
Residual Sugar 2.5g/l
pH 3.22
Winemakers notes
Wisps of orange peel on the palate, fresh tropical fruit aromas and a delicate aftertaste derived from being matured in oak barrels for 8 months
Awards
Bizoe Henriëtta 2016 – 93 Points Wine Magazine
Bizoe Henriëtta 2016 – 91 Points Platter’s Guide
Bizoe Henriëtta 2016 – 90 Points Decanter Wine Magazine Awards
Bizoe Henriëtta 2017 – 92 Points Platter’s Guide
Bizoe Henriëtta 2017 – 90 Points Wine Magazine
Bizoe Henriëtta 2017 – 90 Points Wine Advocate
Bizoe Henriëtta 2018 – 91 Points Platter’s Guide
Bizoe Henriëtta 2018 – 92 Points Dave March CWM
Bizoe Henriëtta 2018 – 94 Points Decanter Wine Magazine Awards
