Sauvignon Blanc 'Grande Duchesse' 2009 - Library Wine
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$239.00
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Think Sauvignon Blanc greatness of a white Grand Cru Bordeaux! Truly stunning and heart stopping. From the lowest yield, one barrel of hand picked goodness. Rich, decadent complexity with a never-ending finish. A truly brilliant drinking experience for a gem with a long-life span. One for the bucket list. Uncompromising perfection.
Vintage 2009+
The grapes hail from the stony ridge that crosses some of our Sauvignon Blanc rows. Those few vines yield little but have the goodness of the amazing terroir. Separately hand-picked at a tiny yield and super concentration for a true Grand Cru quality.
Hans' Winemaking Comments+
Tasting Notes+
Produced in very limited quantities, this is an exuberant white with aromas of creamy white fruits, mango and vanilla spice on the rich, full bodied palate. A backbone of zesty acidity balances the wine and adds finesse. Powerful yet delicate with a lingering finish.
Technical Data+
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Varieties |
100% Sauvignon Blanc |
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Rootstock |
RG, 101-14 |
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Vine Planted |
1996 (grafted 2004) |
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Soil |
Shallow (<45 cm) stony soil, well drained, developed from stony alluvium. Not one row shows the same soil type |
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Planting Density |
5,500 vines/ha |
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Yield |
<2t/ha |
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Alcohol |
14% |
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Residual Sugar |
<1g/L |
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Ageing Potential |
15 years |