The Boplaas The Family Reserve Alvarinho 2023 marks the maiden vintage of this exceptional white wine. Boplaas, a specialist in Portuguese varieties, pioneered planting this grape in Calitzdorp. The drier, Mediterranean climate of the region ensures top quality and early ripening. This wine is released under the exclusive Family Reserve label. It showcases the skill of the growers and the unique Calitzdorp terroir. The wine is unwooded, focusing on varietal purity.
This debut vintage immediately received high praise, confirming Boplaas’s expertise with Portuguese grapes. Critics recognized its fresh, elegant style.
- Gold Medal: The 2023 Niche Varieties Challenge awarded this medal.
- Best Wine: Judges singled out the 2023 vintage as the Overall Best Wine at the Niche Varieties Challenge.
The 2023 Alvarinho offers an elegant and aromatic fragrance. Expect prominent notes of green citrus, nectarine, and pamplemousse (grapefruit). The palate delivers a fresh, clean profile. A characteristic chalky saline finish adds complexity. This quality makes it perfect for pairing with fresh seafood.
They hand-harvested all the fruit. Grapes were crushed and allowed skin contact briefly before gentle pressing. After cold settling overnight, the wine spent four months on the lees. This technique enhances the wine’s depth and texture. The wine is drinking beautifully now and can age well until 2027.
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