Savage Stellenbosch Salt River Sauvignon Blanc 2024 BFCM23FLASH by Frederick Wildman

by Frederick Wildman

displaying the weight and aging potential that makes great Pinot Noir worth cellaring while volcanic terroir grounds every sip in place

the latter is used to soften up

with a rich texture and harmonious finish

This white offers a rich aromatic bouquet with floral

Savage Stellenbosch Salt River Sauvignon Blanc 2024 BFCM23FLASH by Frederick WildmanSalt River is not a wine region. It is the gritty, industrial Cape Town neighborhood where Duncan Savage built his cellar. The grapes come from five sites around Stellenbosch, anchored by a 35 year old bush vine block on the slopes of Bottelary. Forget whatever you associate with supermarket Sauvignon Blanc: Savage ferments and ages this in a mix of stainless steel, concrete eggs and older casks, which builds texture and pushes the wine toward saline