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Jordan Assyrtiko 2024
R297.00
Jordan is home to the first mother block of Assyrtiko in South Africa. Planted on dry, windy, north-facing slopes overlooking the sea, this ancient variety is a love letter from the Mediterranean, whilst capturing the farm’s pioneering spirit as they move towards a regenerative future.
After hand picking the Assyrtiko, the grapes are placed in a small basket press and undergo gentle pressing followed by cold settling of the juice for 2 days. The juice is fermented in stainless steel tanks to ensure the expression of pure varietal character and kept for 3 months before being racked. The wine is unfiltered.
Pure and aromatic, mineral rather than floral. Citrus peel with green, crunchy stone fruit and steely acidity drives the wine. Flinty notes with an intense mouthfeel and a distinctive mineral salinity adds to the bright, savoury finish.
ANALYSIS: Alc: 13% | TA: 8.9 g/l | pH: 2.87 | RS: 5.4 g/l
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Description
The distinct ravine which embodies Stellenbosch Kloof harnesses all the qualities of a well-orientated compass. Varying elevations and aspects allow Jordan to grow a selection of classic varieties to specific sites that optimise this expression through their location. The cooler south- and cast-facing aspects, unique in Stellenbosch, hosts the more sensitive and aromatic white-skinned grape varieties.
Stellenbosch Kloof enjoys a cooler Mediterranean climate with maritime influences from False Bay, 14km to the south, and a refreshing breeze channeled from the West Coast’s Benguela current 24km to the north-west. These two breezes culminate at the top end of the ravine and bring in early morning mists, especially from False Bay. Consequently, temperatures in a meso-climate can be measured at least 3° Celsius cooler than inland Stellenbosch during ripening periods. This adds a unique characteristic to Jordan wines.
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