ALVI'S DRIFT
RESERVE CVC 2021
HERITAGE
The wine labels on bottles from our Reserve range feature an illustration of Alvi’s Drift, the low-water bridge over the Breede River cutting through the family farm. Our patriarch, Albertus Viljoen “Oupa Alvi” van der Merwe, was instrumental in having this bridge built back in 1930.
Oupa Alvi’s son Bertie started wine production on the family farm and today Bertie’s son, Alvi’s Drift winemaker Alvi van der Merwe produces the winery’s award-winning wines, enjoyed by wine lovers around the globe. Our Alvi’s Drift Reserve range is the culmination of our pursuit of excellence in producing outstanding wines of unrivalled complexity.
WINE OF ORIGIN
Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa.
ON THE VINES
With an ideal Mediterranean microclimate, an abundance of soil diversity and water from the life-giving Breede River, the Alvi’s Drift vineyards are ideally positioned for producing remarkable wines of unique character and complexity.
Our Reserve range showcases the best of our harvest; a fusion of our trademark fresh, primary-fruit style – with just a hint of the luscious and opulent barrel-fermented style of our Albertus Viljoen Icon range.
IN THE CELLAR
Optimally ripe grapes, hand-picked in the cool early morning hours are whole-bunch pressed, after which free-run juice is barrel fermented using a combination of commercial and carefully selected wild yeast strains.
The Chenin Blanc, Viognier and Chardonnay are vinified separately to showcase the unique character of each grape varietal, with the Viognier specially vinified and matured in French oak for this special blended wine. After a year of maturation in French oak barrels, wine from each barrel is tasted before a careful selection is made to create this remarkable CVC blend.
TASTING NOTES
With its striking pale-lemon colour and youthful lime-green edge, this wine boasts aromas of melon, peach, quince, citrus and hints of flint and spice. The palate is full and rounded, with a velvety texture and intense fruit flavours. Lively acids delight with soft tannins, leading to a lovely, lingering lemony finish. This wine has enough structure and fruit to age up to eight years.
PAIRING SUGGESTION
This wine will complement both mild and spicy food. It will also pair well with butternut quiche or salmon, as well as with sushi.
CULTIVAR INFORMATION
67% Chenin Blanc, 17% Viognier, 16% Chardonnay
ANALYSIS
Alcohol: 13.7%
Residual Sugar: 4.6 g/l
Acidity: 6.6 g/l
pH: 3.1
NOT KOSHER