Swartland Contours Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Swartland Winery sits in one of South Africa's most exciting wine regions, where warm days and cool Atlantic breezes create wines of exceptional freshness and character. The Contours range is named for the dramatic landscape of the Swartland — rolling hills and ancient soils that give the wines a distinctive sense of place. This Sauvignon Blanc is a vibrant, food-friendly expression of the region at its most refreshing.

About This Wine

A crisp, clean Sauvignon Blanc from the Swartland — energetic and fruit-forward, with the lively acidity and tropical character that the region's cool Atlantic influence delivers so naturally. Unoaked and made for freshness, it is best enjoyed young and well chilled.

Tasting Notes

Colour: Pale gold with bright green highlights
Nose: Tropical fruit, pineapple, white flowers, and fresh citrus
Palate: Crisp and refreshing with clean citrus and tropical fruit, lively acidity, and a mineral edge
Finish: Clean and persistent with lingering citrus

Food Pairing

A natural match for grilled fish, shellfish, fresh salads, and goat's cheese. Also excellent as an aperitif.

Details

Grape: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Swartland, South Africa
Farming: Traditional
Style: Crisp Refreshing White
Serving Temperature: 8–10°C
Alcohol: 13%
Bottle: 75cl
Drink: In the next two years