R55.00
The legend goes that some errant members of Fairview’s long-established goatherd once escaped from their paddock into the Fairview vineyards after Charles Back’s young son Jason accidentally left the gate open. The little group happily roamed among the vineyards, showing rare discernment by selecting some of the ripest berries from the vines. Those berries have been used to make this white blend, a light bright green, medium bodied wine with aromas of apricots and pear and a zesty acidity.
The Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne and the Grenache Blanc for this blend were all sourced from the Fairview farm on the sunny slopes of Paarl Mountain, grown on decomposed granite soils. These varieties are all well suited for Paarl’s warm Mediterranean climate.
Wine Range | Goats do Roam |
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Vintage | 2020 |
Varieties | Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier |
Wine of Origin | Western Cape |
Colour | Vibrant light green colour in the glass. |
Aromas | Layered aromas of Granny Smith apple, peach and floral notes |
Flavour | Palate is crisp with minerality, stone fruits, citrus flavours and fresh lingering acidity. |
Alcohol Percentage | 13.45 % |
Residual Sugar | 2.3 g/l |
Total Acid | 5.4 g/l |
pH | 3.34 |
Volume | 750ml |
Variety Percentage | 37% Viognier | 34% Roussanne | 19% Marsanne | 10% Grenache Blanc |
Food Pairing Ideas | A lovely pairing with cream-based seafood and pasta dishes |
Harvest Date | 31st of January and the 19th of February 2020. |
Maud Ferreira (verified owner) –
The combination of grapes for this white blend, is excellent and as the wine farm indicates, it is a great alternative to sauvignon blanc. Beautiful light green colour, crisp and refreshing for lovely SA summer days. Love it