Jordan Timepiece Sauvignon Blanc 2021

Beguiling aromatics and a complex mixture of elderflower, honeydew melon and sourdough with a hint of kelp. Bright flavours with a shy and old-world feel to the mid-palate that carries over to a delicate but long, leesy finish that ends dry and saline.

The distinct ravine which embodies Stellenbosch Kloof harnesses all the qualities of a well-orientated compass. Varying elevations and aspects allows us to grow a selection of classic varieties to specific sites that optimise this expression through their location. The cooler south- and east-facing aspects, unique in Stellenbosch, hosts the more sensitive and aromatic white-skinned grape varieties. Stellenbosch Kloof enjoys a cooler Mediterranean climate with maritime influences from False Bay, 14km to the south, and a refreshing breeze channelled from the West Coast’s Benguela current 24km to the north-west. These two breezes culminate at the top end of the ravine and bring in early morning mists, especially from False Bay. Consequently, temperatures in our meso-climate can be measured at least 3° Celsius cooler than inland Stellenbosch during ripening periods. This adds a unique characteristic to Jordan wines.

Decomposed granite and loam.

The cooler south–facing aspect, hosts the more sensitive and aromatic white-skinned grape varieties, as seen in our Timepiece Sauvignon Blanc.

The juice was fermented in a combination of oak barrels and clay amphora. 33% of the juice was barrel-fermented in 228L 2nd & 3rd fill French Oak barrels and 67% in 400L clay amphora for a period of 6 months. Malolactic fermentation took place in both amphora and barrel. Amphora has the natural ability to keep the lees in constant suspension during fermentation.

The wine was matured “sur-lie” for 6 months with occasional “barrel rolling” to add richness to the palate. One barrel was naturally fermented. No sulphur was added during vinification.