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Makstokkie 2025
Makstokkie 2025
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Verdelho from the steep, schisty slopes of Riebeeck-Kasteel. (Wine of Origin Swartland) - Tim Atkin 93 points
Verdelho finds its “roots” in the soils of the island of Madeira, Portugal. It's the most planted white varietal on the island. From there, over centuries, it spread all over the world and subsequently made its way to South Africa. As an immigrant from hot and dry Portugal, it felt immediately at home under the African Sun. Its unique ability to take the extreme conditions in its stride caught the eye of winemakers.
Freshness is of ultra importance in wine. And freshness comes not only from higher acidity and low pH, but also from the aromatic profile of the wine. This is where Verdelho has the perfect balance. You can pick it early (ensuring higher acidity and lower pH) - but its aromatic profile is ripe and full, yet fresh. Even in extreme conditions.
Winemakers mostly make use of Verdelho as their secret weapon to freshen up white blends, but I would like to show you what 100% Verdelho tastes like
Information
Varietals: Verdelho
Vintage: 2025
Region: Swartland
Ward: Riebeeck Kasteel
Vineyard: Stok by paaltjie/echela trellised Riebeeck kasteel Verdelho planted on a steep slope in schist soil. 272 meter above sea-level on an East facing slope.
Winemaking: The grapes were picked at optimal ripeness and cooled overnight to 2 degrees celsius. The next morning the grapes were pressed as whole bunches. The juice underwent spontaneous fermentation in older French oak barrels. Deep winter the wine received one sulfur addition. 10 months on the leese, blended and bottled.
Technical Analysis
Alcohol Strength: 13.5% / vol
Acidity: 6.2 g/l
Reducing Sugar: 1.1 g/l
PH: 3.18
Free SO2: 25 mg/l
Total SO2: 83 mg/l
Volatile Acidity: 0.58 g/l
Closure: DIAM
Vegan: TRUE
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