Sterhuis Astra White 2007
by Johan Kruger

  • A very unique blend of Sauvignon Blanc (33%) , Chenin Blanc (33%) and Chardonnay (33%), from the best barrels in the Sterhuis cellars
  • A dense, powerful yet elegant wine with an intriguing tangerine citrus complexity and a long spicy, rich finish
  • Only 2500 bottles made so one to savour from the Stellenbosh Winemaker, Johan Kruger

Johan Kruger

Johan Kruger

Johan Kruger

"I do not consider winemaking to be a job, it's a way of life. I feel really fortunate to be involved in this wonderful industry. Oh, and it's great that I don't have to wear a tie, in fact, I don't even own one! My father bought our farm in 1980 and I started working the vines with him in 1998. One the bug hit me I couldn't resist making our own wines. Following our first vintage of Chardonnay, I was awarded a Young Wine Maker of the year award, as well as 4.5 stars in Platter and Wine Magazine. I work very closely with my Dad. He's very proud of what we do with the grapes and neither of us would change what we do for the world."



Map of South Africa
Grape
Other White Grapes
Style
Easy drinking whites
Alc. Percentage
14.00%
Vintage
2007
Bottle Size
75cl

85% of 34 would buy again
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Just opened this and am very much enjoying it. Would thoroughly recommend it

Anna 16:31 25/12/2009 Comment

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Very drinkable yet at the same time so intense and complex. At first the Burgundy-style Chardonnay undoubtedly shines through strongest of the 3 equally mixed grapes but as you continue to savour it the oaked Chenin comes through and the Sauvignon gives a delightful finish on the palate. My new favourite White.

Pete 13:08 17/12/2009 Comment

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Very drinkable yet at the same time so intense and complex. At first Chardonnay undoubtedly shines through strongest of the 3 equally mixed grapes but as you continue to savour the wine the oaked Chenin comes through and the Sauvignon gives it a delightful finish on the palate. My new favourite White.

Pete 13:07 17/12/2009 Comment

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Drinkable but very intense. The Chardonnay undoubtedly shines through strongest of the 3 equally mixed grapes but the other grapes definitely give it a bit of a different bouquet. I enjoyed it a lot but couldn't drink a whole bottle myself.

Pete 14:28 18/11/2009 Comment

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Rated 5.0 stars.
amazing, subtle, zingy, tangeriene

Maxine 17:39 26/10/2009 Comment

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