The wine Sauvignon Blanc from the Alvi’s Drift winery
The Sauvignon Blanc from Alvi’s Drift Winery embodies the elegance and complexity of the South African terroir. Situated in an ideal Mediterranean microclimate, the winery benefits from a rich diversity of soils and the waters of the Breede River, which together contribute to producing wines of unique character. The van der Merwe family’s tradition is reflected in the exceptional quality of this wine, deeply rooted in the winery’s history and passion for winemaking.
The Sauvignon Blanc fits perfectly into the winery’s tradition of offering fruit-driven wines at exceptional value. As winemaker Alvi van Der Merwe states: “Think ‘great’, for the price of good!”.
The Winemaking
The winemaking process for Alvi’s Drift Sauvignon Blanc begins in the vineyards, where grapes are grown with natural compost and hand-harvested in the cool morning hours to ensure only the healthiest and ripest bunches. In the cellar, the focus is on preserving the fruit-driven expression of the grapes. The premium free-run juice is cold-fermented in stainless steel tanks. After fermentation, the wine rests on the lees for a few months to develop complexity and depth before fining and stabilization.
Tasting the wine
This Sauvignon Blanc captivates with aromas of fig leaf and a hint of green bell pepper. On the palate, it offers an elegant structure with crisp acidity and refreshing notes of greengage and gooseberry, leading to a clean, fresh finish. This exceptional wine is ready to enjoy now but can also be aged for at least three years, promising elegant evolution.
Food Pairings
Alvi’s Drift Sauvignon Blanc is extremely versatile in food pairings. It pairs perfectly with a chicken salad or grilled prawns. Additionally, it is ideal with soft goat’s cheese and a fresh baguette, making it an excellent choice for elegant dinners or casual lunches.
THE AWARDS
This wine has received Gold recognition at the 2023 Lumo Awards and the 2023 Gold Wine Awards, confirming its excellence on the international wine scene.
THE WINERY
The distinctive character and complexity of Alvi’s Drift wines are the result of an exceptional combination of climate, soil, and topography, complemented by an abundance of water supplied by the Breede River. The wines elegantly express the extraordinary terroir of the vineyards. Each bottle infuses an authentic sense of place and the passion of those who contributed to their creation.
The winery processes over 5.6 million liters of wine each harvest, making large-scale production possible without compromising quality. Chief winemaker Alvi van der Merwe and his team live their passion for the art of winemaking, creating award-winning and internationally acclaimed white, red, rosé, Cap Classique, and sparkling wines.
Each wine from Alvi’s Drift embarks on a unique journey within the winery. Different winemaking techniques are employed to ferment and mature the varietals in the blends of red wines. Each wine is vinified separately, highlighting the distinctive character of each grape variety. This approach allows the winery to offer wines that not only satisfy but also tell a story of passion, dedication, and respect for the land.
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| Food pairing | fish, shellfish, vegetable risotto, vegetable frittata, white meat |
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