Alheit Vineyards La Colline Vineyard Semillon

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Alheit Vineyards La Colline Vineyard Semillon

Name: Alheit Vineyards La Colline Vineyard Semillon
Brand: Alheit Vineyards
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

South Africa, Western Cape

White wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.5

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Alheit Vineyards La Colline Vineyard Semillon is a premium white wine produced by Alheit Vineyards, a renowned winery in South Africa. The wine is made from Semillon grapes grown in the La Colline Vineyard, which is located in the Franschhoek Valley. The vineyard features old vines that are over 80 years old, which produce grapes with intense flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves natural fermentation and aging in oak barrels, which adds complexity and depth to the wine. The resulting wine is a rich and full-bodied Semillon with notes of citrus, honey, and spice, and a long, lingering finish. It is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate premium quality and unique flavors.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Alheit Vineyards La Colline Vineyard Semillon offers an alluring bouquet of lemon blossom, pink grapefruit, and green apples, with a hint of jasmine and honey.On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and fresh, with a pleasingly balanced acidity. The finish is long and lingering, with a hint of lime, mineral, and honey. Enjoy this delicious and complex Semillon now or cellar it for a few more years to see how it develops further complexity.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

ORIGINS

Winery: Alheit Vineyards

Region: Western Cape

The Western Cape is a province of South Africa located in the south-western corner of the country. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, the Eastern Cape to the east, and the Northern Cape to the north. The Western Cape is home to some of the world's most renowned wine regions, making it a paradise for wine lovers. The Western Cape has a long and rich history of winemaking. The first vines were planted in the region in 1655 by Dutch settlers, and the first commercial winery was established in 1685. Since then, the region has become one of the most important wine-producing regions in South Africa.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.5

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