{"product_id":"alheit-cartology-2024","title":"Alheit Vineyards: Cartology 2024","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Flagship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Cartology is the flagship of the \"Alheit Vineyards\" project; it is the result of hard work and careful observation in the vineyard. It is now in its 12th vintage. The grapes, especially from old, non-irrigated vineyards, ferment as naturally as possible without any intervention in the vinification. This vintage of Cartology consists of 94% Chenin Blanc from the vineyards in Skurfberg, Paardeberg, Upper Blaauwklippen, False Bay, and Tygerberg. The small 6% share is Sémillon from the old La Colline estate in Franschhoek. Varieties that have had a tradition at the Cape for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, there is a strict hand harvest, followed by a gentle whole-cluster pressing and spontaneous fermentation in cement eggs and used barrels. The fermentation duration varies from parcel to parcel (3-11 months). Afterwards, the young wine matures for another five months in stainless steel on the fine lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep going man, keep going!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This wine makes me smile. There are times as a winemaker when you wonder to yourself if you still have the conviction and the passion you once did. This wine puts a reassuring hand on my shoulder and answers the secret internal question. Passion is great, experience is greater. Conviction grows into perseverance. Keep going man, keep going.”  Chris Alheit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNotes of ripe pears, a subtle citrus touch, and some fine herbal notes flow from the glass. This vintage is noticeably more energetic than its predecessor, with a perfect balance between richness and crystalline freshness. The finish is long and flavorful; anyone who doesn’t drink this stuff is missing out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePick young\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn its youthful phase, this wine is the most fun, but it can easily be stored in the cellar for several years. Best enjoyed from a large Burgundy glass at a slightly cool temperature.\u003cbr\u003eThanks to its soft melt, Cartology is the perfect companion to butter-fried sea bass fillet with manioc purée.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"piemont express","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56951886709118,"sku":"AV-C-2024","price":33.53,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3474\/7428\/files\/Aalheit_Cartology_2024.png?v=1774819192","url":"https:\/\/www.piemont-express.de\/en-intl\/products\/alheit-cartology-2024","provider":"Piemont Express","version":"1.0","type":"link"}