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Painted Wolf Lightning Sauvignon Blanc

Western Cape, South Africa

This is an elegant, layered Sauvignon Blanc, reminiscent of a dry white from Bordeaux with a splash of Semillon in there too. Sophisticated and rich with layers of citrus, straw, herbal notes and a delightfully creamy, vanilla laced finish.

Painted Wolf The Lightning Sauvignon Blanc is a dynamic white wine from South Africa, crafted from fruit grown in cooler-climate vineyards. Named after a wild African dog known as “The Lightning” for his speed and agility, this wine reflects the energy and precision of its namesake. The Painted Wolf winery supports African wild dog conservation, with part of its proceeds funding protection efforts.

Zesty and aromatic, with notes of grapefruit, passion fruit, and green pepper. The palate is bright and refreshing, offering lime, gooseberry, and herbaceous notes, with crisp acidity and a clean, dry finish.

Contains sulphites.

  • Grilled asparagus
  • Goat’s cheese tart
  • Ceviche
  • Sushi
  • Green vegetable risotto

Each wine in the Painted Wolf range tells the story of real African wild dogs. “The Lightning” was a legendary pack member known for his leadership and speed. This wine pays tribute to his spirit while supporting endangered wildlife through conservation-driven winemaking.

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Wine Characteristics

Country

South Africa

Region

Western Cape

Colour

White

Grape

Sauvignon Blanc

ABV

13%

Stock status

Currently out of stock

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