VinoTime Booklet Savanha Sun

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SAVANHA SUN by SPIER

SAVANHA celebrates the vibrant energy of the South African sun, in afun, relaxed and social way. Spier is the home of Savanha wines.

WINEMAKING Savanha is dedicated to capture the warmth andbeauty of the South African sun by providing terroir-reflective, elegant

wines across all categories. Its a unique and wonderful energy, mirrored

completely in the way we make our wines, and truly inspirational to the

adventurous at heart. Savanha wines carry with them an unfailing mark of

quality and accessibility.

VITICULTURE Savanhas vineyard sites are surrounded by toweringmountain ranges and situated within close proximity of the cold Atlantic

and warm Indian oceans. Here natures generous forces of soil, wind andrain combine to create some of the finest wine-growing conditions under

the sun. From these rich vineyards, Spiers award-winning winemakerscreate an elegant range of wines that are terroir-reflective with intense

fruit flavours, yet perfectly balanced.

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SAVANHA SUN range comprises easy drinking, accessible wines, foreveryday enjoyment. Richness of colour and flavour, true to the grape

varietals, speak of abundant sunshine and lazy summer days.

These fruit-driven wines are perfectly paired with a picnic or sun-soaked

days outdoors, creating special memories with friends and loved ones.

Each varietal reflects its own positive and vibrant colour, mirroring both

the South African landscape and the way sunshine plays through wines of

varying colours in clear glass.

SUNSHINE LIVING Spiers single-minded dedication to quality startsin the vineyard and follows through the entire winemaking process. This

commitment is reflected in the consistently high standard of their winesand the host of awards theyve won on both local and international level.

The winery has a dedicated quality assurance team that conducts regular

internal audits and coordinates external audits. A fully equipped

laboratory includes facilities for routine wine testing at the cellar.


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SAVANHA SUN

SAUVIGNON BLANC 2013

WINEMAKERAnton Swarts

ORIGIN

Breedekloof and Coastal areas within the Western Cape.

TERROIR/SOIL

Combination of alluvial, well drained and aerated soils as well as decomposed

granite soils from mountain foothills.

VINEYARD AND CLIMATE CONDITIONSTrellised and bush vines aged 9-17 years yielded the grapes for this wine. The vines

received supplementary drip irrigation and produced 10-14 tons per hectare.

Average Temperature:

Winter 10C, Summer 26C

Proximity to ocean: ,120km

Annual Rainfall: 40mm - 200mm

WINEMAKING

Grapes were harvested by hand from selected vineyard blocks. Grapes received at

cellar, destemmed, slightly crushed and pressed. The juice of the individual block

selections (some kept separate and some blended) was temperature control

fermented in stainless steel tanks, with selected yeast strains. Only the best tanks

were selected for the final preparation of the blend. Maturation occurred on the fine

lees for two months prior preparation for bottling.

ANALYSIS

Alc: 12.43% T A : 6 . 6 g/L

RS: 4.4 g/L p H : 3 . 3 1

APPERANCE

Pale green in colour with a yellowish hue.

TASTING NOTE

Fresh, crisp, un-wooded, a medium bodied wine with tropical fruit aromas on the

nose with subtle hints of green pepper and grassiness. These flavours carry through

to the palate thats fresh and crisp. A well balanced and structured wine.

SERVE WITH

Smoked salmon, grilled seafood, green salads and goats cheese.


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SAVANHA SUN

CHENIN BLANC 2013


ORIGIN

Western Cape, predominantly from Breedekloof region within the Western Cape.

TERROIR/SOIL



VINEYARD AND CLIMATE CONDITIONSTrellised and bush vines yielded the grapes for this wine. The vines are 9-15 years

old, received supplementary drip irrigation and produced 10-14 tons per hectare.

WINEMAKING

The grapes were harvested by hand from selected vineyard blocks. Grapes were

de-stemmed, slightly crushed and pressed. The juice of the individual block


fermented in stainless steel tanks, with selected yeast strains. Only the best tanks



ANALYSIS

Alc: 13.04 % T A : 5 .50 g/L

RS: 4.5 g/L p H : 3 . 3 1

APPERANCE

Straw pale in colour with a green hue.

TASTING NOTE

Fresh, fruity, quaffable, un-wooded. Tropical fruit on the nose; pink and red apples

on the palate.

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SERVE WITH

Lightly sauced pastas, grilled fish and baked apple desserts.


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SAVANHA SUN

CHARDONNAY 2013


ORIGIN

Western Cape.

TERROIR/SOIL

Various regions within the Western Cape. Well drained and aerated soils from

alluvial, ancient riverbeds and shale.

VINEYARD AND CLIMATE CONDITIONSTrellised and bush vine yielded the grapes for this wine. The vines are 10-16 years

old, received supplementary drip irrigation and produced 10-14 tons per hectare.

Temperature:

Winter 10C C; Summer 26C

Annual Rainfall: 40mm 200mm

Proximity to Ocean: .120km

WINEMAKING

The grapes were harvested by hand from selected vineyard blocks. Grapes were

de-stemmed, slightly crushed and pressed. The juice of the individual block


fermented in stainless steel tanks with selected yeast strains. Only the best tanks



ANALYSIS

Alc: 14.29 % TA: 5.59 g/L

RS: 3.54 g/L pH: 3.7

APPERANCE

Pale straw in colour with a green hue.

TASTING NOTE

A medium-bodied wine with aromas of tropical fruit and citrus that follow through

to a well-structured palate. Fresh, flavourful, easy-drinking, un-wooded.

SERVE WITH

Poached or fried fish with citrus sauces, risottos and roasted chicken.


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SAVANHA SUN

MERLOT 2012

WINEMAKERLizanne Jordaan

ORIGIN

Western Cape, predominately from Breedekloof region within the Western Cape.

TERROIR/SOIL



VINEYARD AND CLIMATE CONDITIONSBush vines and five-wire Perold trellised vines aged 10-20 years yielded the

grapes for this wine. The vineyards received supplementary drip irrigation and

produced 8-15 tons per hectare.

WINEMAKING

Grapes were handpicked at optimum ripeness, sorted, de-stemmed and gently

crushed. The juice was chilled to 10-12C to enable cold maceration prior to

fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Daily pump overs were carried out during

fermentation to extract further colour and flavour. Wines showing well-preserved

fruit were selected for blending and fining. Sterile bottling took place after 6

months of maturation and integration.

ANALYSIS

Alc: 13.82% TA: 5.90g/l

RS: 3.10g/l pH: 3.52

APPERANCE

Straw pale in colour with a green hue.

TASTING NOTE

An accessible and fruit-driven wine. Plums and raspberries on the nose, with

layers of red berries and a hint of spice on the palate, supported by a soft tannin

structure.

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SERVE WITH

Roasted pork, meat loaf, chicken casseroles, pizza and meaty pastas.


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SAVANHA SUN

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2012

WINEMAKERJacques Erasmus

ORIGIN

Western Cape, predominantly Breedekloof /Swartland / Coastal regions within the

Western Cape.

TERROIR/SOIL



VINEYARD AND CLIMATE CONDITIONS

Trellised vines and bush vines aged 10-20 years yielded the grapes for this wine.

The vineyards received supplementary drip irrigation and produced 8-15 tons per

hectare.

WINEMAKING

The grapes were handpicked at optimum ripeness, selected, de-stemmed and gently

crushed. Cold maceration took place at 10-12C prior to fermentation in stainless

steel tanks. Daily pump overs were conducted for optimum extraction of colour and

flavour. Wines from selected tanks were blended and fined, and matured for 6

months before bottling.

ANALYSIS

Alc: 13.69 % TA: 5.70 g/L

RS: 3.50 g/L pH: 3.51

APPERANCE

Deep red in colour

TASTING NOTE

Blackberries and tobacco on the nose with layers of dark berry fruit combined with

subtle oak flavours, plums and hints of liquorices, ending off in a reasonably soft

palate with a savoury finish

SERVE WITH

Sirloin or rump steak, roasted duck with orange sauce, hearty soups and mature

cheese.


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SAVANHA SUN

PINOTAGE / SHIRAZ 2012


ORIGIN

Western Cape, mainly Slanghoek and Breedekloof area.

TERROIR/SOIL

Alluvial, Silt Dundee, Tukulu, Riverbed and Oakleaf.


8 12 year old trellised and bush vines planted on different slopes yielded thegrapes for this wine. The vines received supplementary drip irrigation and produced

10-15 tons per hectare.

Temperature: Winter 15C; Summer 28C

Annual Rainfall: 200mm

Proximity to Ocean: 80- 90km

WINEMAKING

Grapes were handpicked at optimal ripeness sorted, de-stemmed and gently

crushed. The juice was chilled at 10-12C to enable cold maceration prior to

fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Daily pump overs were carried out during

fermentation to extract further colour and flavour.

Wines that showed well-preserved fruit were selected for blending and fining.

Sterile bottling took place 5- 6 months after maturation.

ANALYSIS

Alc: 14.0 % TA: 5.70 g/L

RS: 3 4 g/L pH:


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SAVANHA SUN

SHIRAZ 2012


ORIGIN

Western Cape, especially Breedekloof and Slanghoek area. Slopes are also facing in

various directions.

TERROIR/SOIL

Various soil types, e.g. Alluvial, Clovelly and sandy soils are represented in this

wine.


Trellised vines aged between 10-20 years, received supplementary drip irrigation

and yielded between 12-16 tons per hectare.

WINEMAKING

The grapes were hand and machine harvested at optimum ripeness, de-stemmed and

gently crushed. Cold maceration took place at 10-12C prior to fermentation in

stainless steel tanks. Daily pump overs were done to achieve optimum colour and

flavour extraction. Selected tanks were then fined, blended and matured for 6

months before sterile bottling took place.

ANALYSIS

Alc:14.26 % TA:>5.4 g/l

RS: 3-4 g/l pH:3.65

APPERANCE

Dark ruby red in colour.

TASTING NOTE

Smoky, spicy, black pepper richly fruited wine. Full palate, sweet but not jammy.

SERVE WITH

Juicy chargrilled fillet served with a creamy mushroom and pepper sauce and sweet

potato wedges on the side OR Paella with chorizo and chicken drumsticks,

slow-cooked pork hocks with dried fruit sauce.


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