Zantsi Africa Petillant
The recent demarcation of the Darling district has led to a focus at Darling Cellars on wines which are terroir and varietal specific. The cool and temperate West Coast climate lends itself to a different micro- and mesoclimate which, along with the different types of soil, lead to unique grapes, which we guide into even more unique wines. Having 99% of all vineyards dry land and almost the same percentage as bush vine, this is as close to what nature intended for grapes to be as one can get.
A contemporary new style with ravishing low-alcohol appeal. Zantsi is the Xhosa name for the word “South” and symbolizes the rebirth of a proud and prosperous Rainbow Nation.
Wine: Zantsi Petillant Natural Sweet White
Vintage: 2011
Origin: Darling
Cultivar(s): 100% Bukettraube
Winemaker: Abé Beukes & Welma Visser
Terroir: Decomposed granite in the area surrounding Darling Hills. Hot summers moderated by the cool Atlantic
Vineyard type: Bush Vine, no irrigation
Yield: 5 t/ha
Balling at Harvest: 17°B
Alc: 9.36%
TA: 7.82 g/l
RS: 43.2 g/l
pH: 3.26
Winemaker’s comments:
White pears and citrus makes up the main components of this fruit salad nose and palate. A very nice balance between sugar, acidity and alcohol with a fresh effervescence on the palate. A perfect everyday drink.
