Family Reserve White
There is a fine line of acidity here and good precision on the finish, completing a fine white from Backsberg.
Brilliant aromas of melted butter, toast and grapefruit. Exceptional smoothness from this fourth-generation family producer that boasts a carbon neutral footprint and includes its own significant tree planting and local education programs.
Only produced in exceptional vintages Backsberg’s flagship selection is crafted from the very best vineyard blocks. No effort is spared to create these fine wines of true personality and distinction.
Certified carbon neutral. Sustainably farmed. Suitable for vegans.
Accolades
2018
97+ Points - Tom Mullen
93 Points - Platter's SA Wine Guide
91 Points - Tim Atkin MW
2017
94 Points - Platter's SA Wine Guide
94 Points - Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show
91 Points - Vinous
2016
92 Points - Platter's SA Wine Guide
91 Points - Tim Atkin MW
Tasting Notes
Coconut, peach and aniseed aromas combine with vanilla undertones on the palate and a creamy, long-lasting finish. Pair with rich cheeses, full-flavoured and creamy food.
Food Pairing
Pair with rich chicken and duck dishes.
Winemaking Notes
Sun worshiping, open armed lyre trellised vines, ensure maximum fruit ripeness. Oak leaf and weathered granite soils ensure these vines are planted in soils rich in organic matter. Grapes with intense flavour are selected in the vineyard and only small batches of each cultivar are used to produce this noteworthy wine. The various cultivars are pressed and fermented in isolation in new French oak for 5 months. The desired, best blend is then drawn and the wine bottled directly from barrel. Twelve of the best French oak barrels have been assembled to achieve this deeply concentrated white blend.
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2018 2017Shelf Talkers
Non Vintage 2018 - 97 Points Forbes 2016 - 94 Points Platter's Guide| Producer | Backsberg |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Appellation | Paarl |
| Type | White |
| Variety | Blend |
| Blend | Chardonnay, Roussanne, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier |
| Features | Carbon Neutral, Family-owned, Sustainable, Vegan Friendly |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Case Size | 12 Bottles |
