{"product_id":"sauvignon-semillon-brunia-wines-wade-sander-sondagskloof-2020","title":"Sauvignon-Semillon, Brunia Wines, Wade Sander, Sondagskloof 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWade Sander, Sondagskloof \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSondagskloof as mentioned is situated on the slopes of the Koue Berg mountain range and classified as a cool-climate region. It has a strong maritime influence being just 17km from the Atlantic Ocean and benefits from being positioned 280m above sea level giving rise to a moderate growing season and extended hang time. The grape varieties currently planted there include Sauvignon, Semillon, Chardonnay, Syrah and Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the Sauvignon Blanc (the oldest vines) \u0026amp; Semillon are planted on decomposed granite soils, these are south facing slopes situated approximately 280m above sea level. The Syrah is also on a north-facing granite-rich site – at a similar altitude. Sustainable practices are followed in the vineyard and the brothers are in the process of conversion to organics, but have taken a long-term approach, having switched from chemical fertilizers to compost and eliminated all systemic sprays in the vineyard. They have also recently invested in an under vine weeder as well as a cover crop planter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnder the direction of Brett and Wade Sander, the family has transformed the farm into a mixed farming organic and biodynamic operation.The Sauvignon Blanc was sourced from a 13 year old vineyard parcel and the Semillon from a 11 year old vineyard both grown on granitic soils. The vineyards are situated in the cool climate region of Sondagskloof on the south coast of South Africa. This is a linear expression of this classic white varietal blend, with an energetic acidity and chiseled structure, possesses great ageing potentia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged for 12 months in French Oak 228L barrels. 25%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes; 75% Sauvignon Blanc, 25% Semillon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terra Wines Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56064454951285,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2080\/6109\/files\/Brunia-White-2020-410x1024.jpg?v=1759825372","url":"https:\/\/terrawines.co.uk\/products\/sauvignon-semillon-brunia-wines-wade-sander-sondagskloof-2020","provider":"Terra Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}