Muscat d’Alexandrie, also known as Muscat of Alexandria and Hanepoot, was thought to have originated in Africa and is one of the oldest known wine grape still in use. It made its way from the Egyptian city of Alexandria to Europe and then to South Africa and is widely planted here.
Vineyard
100% Muscat d’Alexandrie from Klipdam farm (next door to Joostenberg). 25-year old, dry-farmed, bush-vine vineyard planted in clay-rich soils.
Winemaking
The grapes were gently whole-bunch pressed and then fermented in well-seasoned barriques. Bottling took place after a 5-month maturation period on the lees. No additives apart from sulphur were used.
Tasting Notes
Beautifully aromatic with honeysuckle and jasmine, followed by a lingering lychee and pineapple on the palate with a dry finish.
Analysis
Alcohol: 12.0% • Residual Sugar: 1.9g/L • pH: 3.6 • Acid: 5.1g/L
