South Africa - Winemaking
4 important questions on South Africa - Winemaking
Winemaking in South Africa, as in other countries, can be divided in two various styles, which are these?
- high-volume winemaking for inexpensive wines
- small batch winemaking for mid-price to premium wines.
What are the differences in yield in the viticulture of Chenin Blanc in South Africa between inexpensive and premium wines
- Grown at high yields
- Regular spraying to avoid Botrytis
- minimal or no sorting of harvested fruit
Premium Chenin Blanc
- Low yields
- Old, dryland vines
- small amount of Botrytis allowed
- careful sorting
Describe the style and pricing of Chenin Blanc for both high volume and premium wines, as made in South Africa. Name two producers.
- Medium to pronounced intensity
- ripe yellow apple or peach fruit with tropical fruit notes
- High acidity
- Medium alcohol and body
Pricing
- Inexpensive: acceptable to good
- mid priced/premium: very good to outstanding
Producers
- Ken Forrester
- De MorgenZon
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In South Africa, which are the three main blends?
- White Cape Blend
- Chenin dominant + Rhône varieties, Chardonnay, Semillon and Sauvignon blanc
- Red Bordeaux Blend
- Red Cape Blend
- Pinotage and/or black Rhône varieties
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