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Riebeek Cellars

Riebeek Cellars Sauvignon Blanc

Name: Riebeek Cellars Sauvignon Blanc
Brand: Riebeek Cellars
Price: 12.98 USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

South Africa, Swartland

White wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.5

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Riebeek Cellars Sauvignon Blanc is a refreshing and crisp white wine produced by Riebeek Cellars, a renowned winery located in the Riebeek Valley of South Africa. The grapes for this wine are sourced from vineyards with unique soil and climate conditions, resulting in a distinct flavor profile. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes and gentle pressing to preserve the delicate aromas and flavors. The wine is characterized by its bright acidity, citrus and tropical fruit notes, and a clean finish. It is a perfect choice for those who enjoy a light and refreshing wine that pairs well with seafood, salads, and light pasta dishes.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Riebeek Cellars Sauvignon Blanc is a bright, lively white wine with aromas of freshly cut grass, lemon zest, and a hint of tropical fruit.On the palate, it is zippy and zesty, with a pleasant acidity that balances the flavors of honeydew melon, green apple, and lime. The finish is crisp and refreshing, making this a great summer sipper.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Medium

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Sauvignon Blanc

ORIGINS

Winery: Riebeek Cellars

Region: Swartland

Nestled in the heart of South Africa's Western Cape, the Swartland wine region is quickly becoming one of the country's most exciting and dynamic wine-producing areas. With its unique combination of topography, climate, and grape varieties, Swartland is producing some of the most interesting and complex wines in the country. Swartland has a long and storied history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the area in the late 1600s. The region was officially recognized as a wine-producing area in the early 1900s, and since then, it has become one of the most important wine-producing regions in South Africa.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.5

0 Reviews