Smokkelman White (Batch 5) Girvan subtle sherry influence and gentle

subtle sherry influence and gentle spice

a range bottled from vattings of never more than four casks from a single vintage and distillery

Nose: Stewed apples with cinnamon

matured for 15 years in a first-fill sherry hogshead (250L cask) and bottled on 3 September 2021

Smokkelman White (Batch 5) Girvan subtle sherry influence and gentleDESCRIPTION A blend of 78% Chenin Blanc, 12% Semillon, and 10% Viognier, all sourced from the Polkadraai Hills in Stellenbosch, where granitic slopes and a warm Mediterranean climate deliver concentrated yet balanced fruit. Chenin Blanc was fermented and matured in stainless steel to retain purity and tension, while the Semillon and Viognier components matured for 12 months in 500L French oak, contributing texture and aromatic nuance. Residual Sugar