Cape Vue Viognier 2023

Cape Vue Viognier 2023

An expressive Franschhoek Viognier — floral, textured, and beautifully balanced.

The Cape Vue Viognier 2023 is a single-block wine designed to retain aromatic purity while delivering richness and texture. Harvested early to preserve freshness, it showcases the varietal’s opulence without excess weight.

Crafted to offer both lift and complexity, this Viognier is equally suited to aromatic dishes, richer seafood, and more indulgent table settings where freshness still matters.

Key Facts

• Region: Franschhoek, South Africa
• Variety: Viognier
• Alcohol: 14.94%
• Residual Sugar: 4.2 g/L
• pH: 3.49
• Total Acidity: 6.0 g/L
• Style: Aromatic yet poised, with texture and lift

Tasting Notes

Floral notes of honeysuckle, orange blossom, jasmine, and apricot explode on the nose and carry through on the palate.

• Rich, textured mouthfeel
• Fresh peach and citrus lift
• Balanced opulence and freshness
• Long, expressive finish

Winemaking

• Single block harvested early morning to preserve aromatic clarity
• Whole-bunch pressed with a long pressing cycle
• Juice settled briefly, then racked to tank with fine lees
• Lees retained for richness and texture
• Lees stirred post-fermentation to enhance flavour

Food Pairing

Perfect with:

• Aromatic and spiced dishes
• Richer seafood
• Sauces requiring both freshness and texture

Why This Wine Matters

This is a Viognier that balances fragrance, weight, and freshness with real control. It avoids heaviness, instead delivering a more poised and gastronomic expression of the variety.

Serving & Storage

• Serve at: 10–12°C
• Drink: Now to 3 years
• Storage: Keep cool and away from direct light