2022 Isabella Chardonnay, Muratie

Tucked beneath the rugged slopes of the Simonsberg Mountains, Muratie Wine Estate is one of South Africa’s most historic and atmospheric wineries, a place where time feels beautifully suspended. Founded in 1685, Muratie is among the oldest wine farms in Stellenbosch, and its cobwebbed cellars, stained glass windows and ancient oak barrels still tell stories of the generations who’ve tended this land for over three centuries.

Today, under the custodianship of Rijk Melck and winemaker Hattingh de Villiers, Muratie continues to honour its heritage while crafting wines of authenticity, depth and soulful character. The estate’s philosophy is simple: minimal interference, maximum expression of site. The vineyards lie on decomposed granite and clay soils at varying elevations, producing wines that combine ripe Cape fruit with structure, freshness and a distinctive mineral core.

Muratie’s range spans the full expression of the Stellenbosch terroir from vibrant Sauvignon Blanc and textured Chenin to structured Shiraz to classic Cabernet Sauvignon. Each bears the name of a historical figure from the estate’s storied past, a tribute to the characters who shaped its enduring spirit.

More than a winery, Muratie is a living museum of Cape winemaking, a seamless blend of history, art and viticulture. Every bottle captures its essence: old-world soul with new-world vitality, a reflection of Stellenbosch’s timeless charm and Muratie’s unwavering devotion to authenticity.