Keermont Terrasse derives its name from the terraced vineyards leading up the mountains on the estate. The 2021 vintage is produced from a blend of Chenin Blanc 56%, Chardonnay 17%, Sauvignon Blanc 18%, Roussanne 4%, Marsanne 4% and Viognier 1% grape varietals. The base of Chenin Blanc is from three distinctive vineyards – an old vine Riverside block planted in 1971, the dryland bush vine Bobbejaan Wingerd (Baboon Vineyard), and the trellised Low Road vineyard. The other varieties add complexity and create a more complete wine. Chardonnay gives a little more weight on the palate, Sauvignon Blanc from the dryland vineyard ‘Uitkyk’ planted in 1988 brings fresh acidity, and the drops of Roussanne, Marsanne, and Viognier give this vintage a slight spicy, aromatic lift. 2021 will be remembered as an excellent vintage at Keermont. Weather conditions were very favourable beginning with a good wet Winter and Spring through a very moderate growing season to a late cool and dry harvest. These factors, combined with a lot of hard work in the vineyards led to the development of a healthy, evenly ripened crop. Each variety was vinified separately and barrel fermented in older French oak. Bottled at 14%. (Bottle size 750ml)

Nose: The nose is inviting with notes of vanilla, nuts, citrus blossom, and rye.

Palate: The palate is soft and effortless on entry, but soon opens up with lovely fresh acidity and an array of flavours: ripe apricot, peach and quince flavours complimented by richer more spicy savoury fruit. This follows into a lingering sweet-sour aftertaste with a light phenolic grip.

Finish: A thin line of salty acidity and gentle leesy mouthfeel give the wine a lingering succulent finish.

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