Sauvignon Blanc Opoka 2007

Grape variety

100% Sauvignon Blanc cultivated with natural methods with respect for the natural cycle of the vine.

Geographical area

Brda

Name of the vineyard

vineyards Jordano (0.3ha)

Age

12–33 years

Altitude

150-250 m

Exposure

south-west/south-east

Soil type

marl (opoka)

Harvest

hand-picked grapes from 20-year old vineyards, packed in 15kg cases in the middle and at the end of September

Vinification

the grapes are carefully picked when fully mature; 36 hours of maceration in open oak tanks (tino) without temperature control. Soft pressure with a pneumatic wine press; static decanting of must; alcoholic fermentation, with no added yeast, in oak barrels (225l and 500l), min. 50% Allier new. Partial malolactic fermentation.

Maturation

22 months in 500 l oak barells

 

Maturing in the bottle

at least 6 months

Alcohol

14,0% vol

Total acidity

4,6 g/l

Bottle

0,75 l and 1,5 l - extremely limited production

Bottling

2.000 bottles

Serving temperature

12°C

Characteristics and description

Yellow, with a cast of gold, and mineral fragrances. The bouquet is delicate (reminiscent of peach, ripe pear, grapefruit), and it also has flowery and herbaceous (pepper, tomato leaves, basilica, Mediterranean herbs) to leathery sensations. Elegant, pleasant, persistent and intense aftertaste. It has excellent aging potential.

Serving suggestions

We recommend drinking it with white meat, fresh goat cheese, fish Carpaccio, and vegetable dishes (pasta with basilica); it is ideal with raw salmon, fresh salad with herbs, and fruit salads with mint.

Ageing potential

Suitable for drinking, with great ageing potential, over 12 years.