South Africa
Framed by mountains and oceans at the tip of the continent, South Africa’s winelands are among the most dramatic and diverse on earth. From the granite peaks of Stellenbosch to the wild coastlines of Walker Bay and the rugged inland valleys of the Swartland, this is a country where old-world heritage meets new-world energy. The Cape’s Mediterranean climate, cooling sea breezes, and ancient soils create conditions that give wines their hallmark balance, ripe fruit wrapped in freshness, and generosity anchored by precision.
Chenin Blanc is South Africa’s defining voice, vibrant and versatile; it can shimmer with citrus purity or unfold with texture and honeyed depth from old bush vines. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Semillon bring elegance and lift, while reds such as Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and the uniquely South African Pinotage deliver structure and spice. Regions like Stellenbosch and Paarl remain the country’s classical core, while Swartland, Elgin, and Hemel-en-Aarde lead the new wave, producing site-specific wines that rival the world’s best.
What makes South African wine so captivating is its sense of honesty. There’s no pretence here, just craftsmanship, resilience, and a deep connection to the land. Winemakers embrace sustainability and authenticity, crafting wines that feel both soulful and sophisticated. Every glass tells a story of sunlight and sea air, of heritage renewed - a nation’s past and future captured in a single, confident pour.
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2022 Botmaskop, Delaire Graff
Cassis and blackberry rise from the glass, layered with liquorice, violet, cedar and dark spice. A subtle earthy, mineral note gives the wine extr...
View full details2022 THREE, Constantia Glen
Constantia Glen’s 2022 THREE is a polished Cape Bordeaux blend with all the cool-climate elegance that makes Constantia such a fascinating source o...
View full details2023 Viognier 'Age of Grace', Lismore
Lismore Estate is based in Greyton within the Overberg region of the Western Cape of South Africa. It’s here with the Sonderend mountains as a bac...
View full details2021 Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc, Lismore
Lismore Estate is based in Greyton within the Overberg region of the Western Cape of South Africa. It’s here with the Sonderend mountains as a bac...
View full details2020 Ben Prins Cape Late Harvest, Muratie
Ben Prins, Muratie’s winemaker until 1987, was as unique as the wines he produced. A hard-working, no-nonsense kind of a man–quiet, contemplative a...
View full details2024 The Agnes Chardonnay, Crystallum
Pure, poised and beautifully understated, The Agnes opens with aromas of lemon peel, white peach and ripe pear, layered with subtle notes of toaste...
View full details2023 Hemel Chardonnay, Restless River
Pure, taut and quietly intense, this Hemel Chardonnay opens with lemon zest, green apple and white peach, layered with notes of struck flint, crush...
View full details2024 Biodynamic Chenin Blanc, Reyneke
Granite Glow Pale gold and wonderfully composed, this opens with quince, white pear and nectarine, followed by lemon peel, fresh ginger and delicat...
View full details2019 'Conebush' Syrah, Lomond Wines
This highly awarded single vineyard Syrah from top winemaker Hannes Meyer is a stunner. It opens in the glass with rich, mouthwatering aromas of ...
View full details2023 Chardonnay, Ataraxia
This is a fabulous Chardonnay from South African winemaking star, Kevin Grant. His wines are highly regarded for their minimalist, non-intervention...
View full details2021 Chenin Blanc, Lismore
Lismore Estate is based in Greyton within the Overberg region of the Western Cape of South Africa. It’s here with the Sonderend mountains as a bac...
View full details2022 Chenin Blanc, Lismore
Sea Jasmine This is cool-climate Cape Chenin with perfume, tension and a beautifully savoury edge. Pear, quince and wild peach lead the nose, lifte...
View full details2021 Chardonnay, Lismore
Lismore Estate is based in Greyton within the Overberg region of the Western Cape of South Africa. It’s here with the Sonderend mountains as a bac...
View full details2022 Kalmoesfontein Red Blend, AA Badenhorst Family Wines
Swartland after dark. This is a red with shadows, spice and serious allure. Built from 33% Shiraz, 25% Grenache, 16% Mataro, 14% Cinsault and 12% T...
View full details2017 Pinot Noir, Ataraxia
Ridge Silk Ataraxia’s 2017 Pinot Noir is mature Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge Pinot with a beautifully lifted, savoury perfume. Red cherry, raspberry, pomeg...
View full details2019 MOSI Harry Hartman
Harry Hartman wines are new to these shores and we are delighted to be among the first to list these fabulous wines in the UK. Made in tiny quanti...
View full details2022 Chardonnay Banghoek Reserve, Delaire Graff
Delaire Graff is one of the leading wine estates in South Africa, situated at the top of the Helshoogte Pass in the Stellenbosch Wine Appellation....
View full details2020 Reserve Pinot Noir, Creation
Deep ruby with garnet hints, this Pinot Noir opens with aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry, and autumn spice, layered with forest floor and subtle oa...
View full details2023 Reserve Chardonnay, Creation
Pale gold in colour, this Chardonnay shows aromas of Meyer lemon, peach, and almond cream with delicate oak spice. The palate is rich yet finely et...
View full details2023 The Eleanor Chardonnay, Hartenberg Wine Estate
Golden Poise Hartenberg’s 2023 The Eleanor Chardonnay is one of those Cape whites that makes a very persuasive case for serious Stellenbosch Chardo...
View full details2022 'Gouverneurs Reserve', Groot Constantia
Groot Constantia is the oldest wine estate in South Africa and has a remarkable history, including having King Louis Philippe of France & Napol...
View full details2020 Syrah, Lismore Estate Vineyards
This wine is an exotic experience which shifts your mind to another place. Cassis, blackberry and cherry on the nose with hints of white pepper, gr...
View full details2021 Semillon, Boekenhoutskloof
Founded in 1776 in the remote Franschhoek Valley, Boekenhoutskloof has become one of South Africa’s most iconic wineries, known for crafting expres...
View full details2022 Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon, Boekenhoutskloof
Founded in 1776 and situated in the secluded Franschhoek Valley, Boekenhoutskloof has become one of South Africa’s most respected wine estates. Und...
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