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2009 | Dornier Donatus White
Chenin Blanc (77%), Semillon (23%)
The focus behind this blend is to bring together the opulence and complexity of Chenin Blanc with the freshness and rich mouth feel of the Semillon. In addition to the fruit traditionally used from vineyards in Stellenbosch, we decided to source fruit from an old, dry land vineyard within the Swartland region.
Tasting Notes
The nose is dominated by ripe golden delicious apples, citrus nuances and roasted nuts. Complementing flavours of tropical fruit lend a rounded, full palate with elements of freshness and minerality, with the Swartland Chenin blanc adding complexity and fullness to the wine. A perfect balance between sweetness, acidity and alcohol, leaves a long lasting aftertaste.
Vintage Conditions
The 2009 vintage was hailed as one of the best vintages since 2003. Moderately warm climatic conditions prevailed throughout the growing seasons with relatively little rain, which resulted in very even vine growth. These characteristics are very desirable for top quality fruit production. Crop levels were however slightly lower than previous years, but as is often the case it can lead to more intense fruit expression.
Fermentation and Ageing
We receive the grapes within the early hours of the morning while still cool from the previous night. For both the Chenin blanc and the Semillon we only extract up to a maximum of 550L per ton of grapes. Each batch is then slowly fermented in new and second fill French oak barrels at approximately 15 degrees Celsius as to maintain freshness and fruit quality. Both batches then spent a further 8 months on their fine lees within barrel providing fullness and complexity to the wine.
Food Pairing
Lime cob ceviche, Braised abalone, Green asparagus with hollandaise and fresh green figs with brie.
Analysis
Alcohol : 13.50 %
Residual Sugar : 1.76 g/L
Total Acid : 5.82 g/L
Final pH : 3.35
VA : g/L
Documents
 download 2009 Tasting Notes
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download 2008 Tasting Note
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download 2007 Tasting Note
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download 2006 Tasting Notes
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download 2005 Tasting Note
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download 2004 Tasting Notes
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