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Top SA Wine Ratings

Every South African wine judged very good to world-class by the top tasting panels on the planet in 2024/25. Scored 93+, gold and platinum medallists, trophy laureates. Just click on the name of the variety or type of wine to see all of the top-rated vintages in each category. Alternatively, see the SA Wine Classification highlighting the best track records over the past 10 years.

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Prices are given in South African rand (R) per standard bottle size (750ml), unless stated otherwise, and are inclusive of VAT – prices as supplied by the producers, or approximate retail prices in South Africa if the producers are closed to the public – top wines may well be ‘sold out’ or increase in price after a stellar rating.

Note: AW = Auction Wine, EXP = Export Only, MC = Museum Class (typically ‘sold out’ at the winery, assessed to gauge development or longevity), and OL = Own Label (exclusive to particular retailer(s), not available from the producer).

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TOP SA WHITE WINE RATINGS

Top SA Chardonnay Ratings – 2024

Almenkerk Chardonnay 2022
96/100, Platter's Guide
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R310pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Aslina Chardonnay 2023
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R165pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Babylonstoren Chardonnay 2023
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R370pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Bartinney Hourglass Chardonnay 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
95/100, Decanter Awards
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R495pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Benguela Cove Vinography Chardonnay 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R600pb ex-cellar, Bot River

Blaauwklippen Chardonnay 2023
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
94/100, Winemag
R210pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Boschendal Elgin Chardonnay 2022
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
95/100, Winemag
R500pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Bouchard Finlayson Crocodile's Lair Chardonnay 2022
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R225pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Bouchard Finlayson Crocodile's Lair Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R225pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Bouchard Finlayson Missionvale Chardonnay 2022
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
R420pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Bouchard Finlayson Waitrose Crocodile's Lair Chardonnay 2021
94/100 Int W&S Competition
Export only, cellar in Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Boucher Legacy Conservation Chardonnay 2022
94/100, Fine Wine Awards
Price t.b.c. ex-cellar, Koelenhof-Stellenbosch

Callender Peak Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R270pb ex-cellar, Ceres

Cap Maritime Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R475pb ex-Boekenhoutskloof cellar, Franschhoek

Cape of Good Hope Serruria Chardonnay 2023
96/100, Winemag
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R235pb ex-Anthonij Ruper cellar, Franschhoek

Capensis Fijnbosch Chardonnay 2020
96/100, Platter's Guide
R1500pb ex-producer, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Capensis Silene Chardonnay 2022
97/100, Int W&S Competition
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R375pb ex-producer, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Christiena Trousseau Chardonnay 2023
94/100, Veritas Awards
R180pb ex-Van Loveren cellar, Robertson

Constantia Uitsig Reserve Chardonnay 2023
94/100, Int W&S Competition
R295pb ex-cellar

De Wetshof The Site Chardonnay 2022
Gold Medal, Chardonnay du Monde
R358pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Delaire Graff Estate Banghoek Chardonnay 2022
97/100, Decanter Awards
98/100, Trophy Wine Show
R430pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Delaire Graff Estate Banghoek Chardonnay 2023
95/100, Winemag
R430pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Delaire Graff Estate Terraced Block Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
94/100, Trophy Wine Show
R1200pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Delphin Lightly Wooded Chardonnay 2023
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R95pb ex-cellar, Greyton

Diemersdal Chardonnay Reserve 2023
94/100, Winemag
R195pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Dorrance Cuvée Anaïs Chardonnay 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R270pb ex-cellar, Cape Town

Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve Chardonnay 2023
94/100, Trophy Wine Show
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R140pb ex-cellar

Eerste Hoop Chardonnay 2023
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R225pb ex-cellar, Thee Water-Overberg

Eikendal Chardonnay 2022
94/100, Winemag
R300pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Flagstone Two Roads Chardonnay 2022
R94/100, Winemag
R150pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Fleur du Cap Unfiltered Chardonnay 2023
94/100, Winemag
R185pb ex-Heineken cellar, Stellenbosch

Glen Carlou Chardonnay 2023
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
Top 10, Chardonnay du Monde
R190pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R825pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Hartenberg Doorkeeper Chardonnay 2024
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R95pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Hogan Galvanised Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R290pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Holden Manz Avant-garde Chardonnay 2022
93/100, Winemag
R300pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Iona Chardonnay 2022
97/100, Platter's Guide
R405pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Iona Fynbos Chardonnay 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R649pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Iona Kloof Chardonnay 2022
96/100, Platter's Guide
R650pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Jordan Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2022
96/100, Int W&S Competition
R275pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch Kloof

Jordan Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2023
94/100, Veritas Awards
R275pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch Kloof

Kara-Tara Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R240pb ex-Stark-Condé cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Kershaw Clonal Selection Chardonnay 2020
97/100, Int W&S Competition
R725pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Kershaw Clonal Selection Chardonnay 2022
96/100, Platter's Guide
R725pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Kershaw Deconstructed Kogelberg Sandstone CY76 Chardonnay 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R1300pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Kershaw Deconstructed Lake District Bokkeveld Shale CY96 Chardonnay 2020
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R1300pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Kershaw GPS Lower Duivenhoks River Chardonnay 2020
94/100, Fine Wine Awards
R598pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Kershaw GPS Lower Duivenhoks River Chardonnay 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
95/100, Winemag
R725pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Kinkel Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R430pb ex-Draaiboek cellar, Paarl

Kleine Zalze Family Reserve Chardonnay 2023
95/100, Veritas Awards
94/100, Int Wine Challenge
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R284pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

La Bri Barrel Select Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R320pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Le Roux & Fourie Equilibre Chardonnay 2013
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R179pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Longridge Clos du Ciel 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R800pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Lothian Chardonnay 2021
95/100, Decanter Awards
98/100, Trophy Wine Show
R370pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Lothian Chardonnay 2022
Trophy, Int Wine Challenge
R385pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Louisvale Chardonnay 2023
94/100, Trophy Wine Show
R235pb ex-cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Mont Rochelle Miko Chardonnay 2023
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R400pb ex-cellar

Montpellier Chardonnay 2024
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R140pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Neethlingshof Unwooded Chardonnay 2024
93/100, Veritas Awards
R105pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Neil Ellis Whitehall Chardonnay 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
95/100, Decanter Awards
94/100, Winemag
R350pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Oak Valley Groenlandberg Chardonnay 2022
97/100, Decanter Awards
R280pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Oak Valley Groenlandberg Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R280pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Oak Valley Tabula Rasa CY548 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
94/100, Winemag
R750pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Oldenburg Chardonnay 2023
95/100, Decanter Awards
R385pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Onskuld Chardonnay 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R430pb ex-Draaiboek cellar, Paarl

Paserene Chardonnay 2021
94/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R750pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay 2021
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
R350pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
R350pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Paul Cluver Seven Flags Chardonnay 2022
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R1100pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Paul Cluver Village Chardonnay 2023
94/100, Int Wine Challenge
R150pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Paul Wallace Reflection Chardonnay 2022
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R295pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Paul Wallace Reflection Chardonnay 2023
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R295pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Quoin Rock Chardonnay 2021
95/100, Winemag
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
R440pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Quoin Rock Chardonnay 2022
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R440pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Rustenberg Five Soldiers Chardonnay 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R550pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Rustenberg Stellenbosch Chardonnay 2023
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R210pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Spier Seaward Chardonnay 2023
95/100, Veritas Awards
R145pb ex-cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Sutherland Chardonnay 2022
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R200pb ex-Thelema cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Terra Loci Fé Chardonnay 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R325pb ex-producer, Paarl

The Pledge Our Barrels Chardonnay 2022
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R150pb ex-Le Grand Domaine cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Thelema Chardonnay 2021
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R250pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Uva Mira Chardonnay 2022
94/100, Decanter Awards
R990pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Uva Mira Single Tree Chardonnay 2021
94/100, Decanter Awards
R790pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Vergelegen Reserve Chardonnay 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R330pb ex-cellar, Somerset West

Vondeling Barrel Selection Chardonnay 2023
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
R195pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Weltevrede Poet's Prayer Chardonnay 2022
Gold Medal, Chardonnay du Monde
R546pb ex-cellar, Bonnievale

Whalehaven Sandstone Strata Chardonnay 2023
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
93/100, Winemag
R270pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde

Whalehaven Seascape Reserve Chardonnay 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
93/100, Decanter Awards
R405pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde

Whalehaven Seascape Reserve Chardonnay 2023
96/100, Int Wine Challenge
R405pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde

Zevenwacht Chardonnay 2023
94/100, Winemag
R165pb ex-cellar, Kuils-River-Stellenbosch

Top SA Chenin Blanc Ratings – 2024

22 Families OVP Chenin Blanc 2023
94/100, Winemag
R143pb ex-Riebeek Valley Wine Co, Riebeek-Kasteel

Alheit Huilkrans 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R850pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge

Alheit Magnetic North 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R850pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge

Alheit Nautical Dawn 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R540pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge

Alvi's Drift Albertus Viljoen Chenin Blanc 2021
94/100, Veritas Awards
R299pb ex-cellar, Scherpenheuwel-Worcester

Alvi's Drift Albertus Viljoen Chenin Blanc 2022
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
Wine of the Year, National Wine Challenge
R299pb ex-cellar, Scherpenheuwel-Worcester

Bellingham Bernard Series Old Vine Chenin Blanc Cape Town 2023
94/100, Winemag
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R235pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Bellingham Bernard Series Old Vine Chenin Blanc Limited Release 2022
95/100, Decanter Awards
R235pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Botanica Mary Delany Chenin Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R490pb ex-producer, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Bowwood Chenin Blanc 2022
Gold, Global Wine Masters
R330pb ex-Vondeling cellar, Paarl

Brookdale Chenin Blanc Old Vine 2022
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R385pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Cape of Good Hope Riebeeksrivier Chenin Blanc 2023
93/100, Winemag
R150pb ex-Anthonij Rupert cellar, Franschhoek

Cape of Good Hope Van Lill Chenin Blanc 2023
Top 10, Chenin Blanc Challenge
R290pb ex-Anthonij Rupert cellar, Franschhoek

Cederberg Five Generations Chenin Blanc 2022
94/100, Decanter Awards
R360pb ex-cellar, Cederberg

Cederberg Five Generations Chenin Blanc 2023
95/100, Int W&S Competition
94/100, Winemag
R360pb ex-cellar, Cederberg

Cederberg Waitrose Chenin Blanc 2023
94/100, Int Wine Challenge
Export wine, Cederberg cellar

City on a Hill Earth 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R525pb ex-cellar, Malmesbury-Swartland

City on a Hill Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R375pb ex-cellar, Malmesbury-Swartland

Creation Cool Climate Chenin Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R260pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge

Dalkeith Kalmoesfontein Chenin Blanc 2023
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R295pb ex-producer, Paarl

Darling Cellars Old Bush Vines Chenin Blanc 2022
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R231pb ex-cellar, Darling

David & Nadia Hoë-Steen Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R900pb ex-cellar, Paardeberg-Swartland

David & Nadia Rondevlei Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R900pb ex-cellar, Paardeberg-Swartland

De Trafford Skin Macerated Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R340pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Donkiesbaai Steen 2023
93/100, Decanter Awards
94/100, Winemag
R340pb ex-Guardian Peak cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Dornier Pirate of Cocoa Hill Chenin Blanc 2023
93/100, Winemag
R115pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve Chenin Blanc 2023
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R140pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Duwweltjie Chenin Blanc 2023
94/100, Winemag
R355pb ex-Thistle & Weed cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Endura Single Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2022
Trophy, Int W&S Competition
95/100, Veritas Awards
R250pb ex-Perdeberg cellar, Paarl

Fairview Old Vine Project Steen 2023
94/100, Winemag
R235pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Flagstone Paradigm Chenin Blanc 2023
95/100, Winemag
Top 10, Chenin Blanc Challenge
R286pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Fryer's Cove Chenin Blanc 2023
94/100, Winemag
R150pb ex-cellar, Doringbaai-Bamboes Bay

Gabriëlskloof Elodie Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R420pb ex-cellar, Bot River

Hogan Chenin Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R380pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Kaapzicht 1947 Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R740pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Kaapzicht Kliprug Chenin Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R235pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Ken Forrester FMC 2023
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R840pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Klein Goederust Chenin Blanc 2023
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R250pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Kleine Zalze Family Reserve Chenin Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
Top 10, Chenin Blanc Challenge
94/100, Winemag
R284pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Knorhoek Chenin Blanc 2022
95/100, Winemag
Top 10, Chenin Blanc Challenge
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R200pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Knorhoek Chenin Blanc 2023
94/100, Winemag
93/100, Decanter Awards
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R200pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

KWV Mentors Chenin Blanc 2022
98/100, Trophy Wine Show
94/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R179pb ex-cellar, Paarl

La Cave Chenin Blanc 2022
93/100, Veritas Awards
R165pb ex-Wellington Wines cellar, Wellington

L'Avenir Single Block Chenin Blanc 2022
95/100, Int W&S Competition
94/100, Veritas Awards
R450pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Le Sueur Chenin Blanc 2023
95/100, Winemag
R125pb ex-producer, Herbertsdale-Klein Karoo

Le Sueur Kluisenaaar 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R175pb ex-producer

Leeuwenkuil Heritage Chenin Blanc 2020
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R460pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Lievland Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
Top 10, Chenin Blanc Challenge
R190pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

MAN Free-run Steen Chenin Blanc 2023
93/100, Decanter Awards
R95pb ex-Lievland cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

McFarlane Monday's Child Chenin Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R267pb ex-producer, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge

Mothership Chenin Blanc 2023 (ArtiSons)
97/100, Platter's Guide
R520pb ex-Stellenrust cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Mulderbosch Old Vine Steen op Hout 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R315pb ex-cellar, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Mullineux Granite Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R810pb ex-cellar, Riebeek-Kasteel, Swartland

Nabygelegen Rudmatis Chenin Blanc 2022
Top 10, Chenin Blanc Challenge
R200pb ex-cellar, Wellington

Nederburg Heritage Heroes Anchorman Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
95/100, Winemag
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R205pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Noble Hill Simonskop Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R360pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Old Road Stone Trail Single Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2023
95/100, Winemag
R400pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Painted Wolf Lycaon Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2021
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R400pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Painted Wolf Lycaon Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2023
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R360pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Patatsfontein Steen 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R415pb ex-Saga cellar, Polkadraai Hills-Stellenbosch

Perdeberg Dry Land Old Vine Barrel Fermented Chenin Blanc 2023
94/100, Veritas Awards
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R170pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Pilgrim Chenin Blanc 2023
97/100, Platter's Guide
R175pb ex-producer, Stellenbosch

Quest Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2023
94/100, Winemag
R190pb ex-DTK cellar, Rawsonville-Breedekloof

Raar Skin Contact Chenin Blanc 2023
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R179pb ex-Riebeek Valley Wine Co, Riebeek-Kasteel

Raats Eden High Density Single Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R1050pb ex-producer, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Rall Noa Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R550pb ex-cellar, Riebeek West-Swartland

Roodekrantz Somerkind Old Vine Chenin Blanc  2023
94/100, Winemag
R195pb ex-cellar, Wellington

Sadie Family Mev Kirsten 2023
97/100, Platter's Guide
R1175pb ex-cellar, Paardeberg-Swartland

Sadie Family Rotsbank 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R550pb ex-cellar, Paardeberg-Swartland

Sadie Family Skurfberg 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R550pb ex-cellar, Paardeberg-Swartland

Scions of Sinai Granietsteen 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R440pb ex-producer, Stellenbosch

Spice Route Tarragon Chenin Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R150pb ex-producer, Paarl

Spier 21 Gables Chenin Blanc 2022
Master Award, Global Wine Masters
93/100, Winemag
R320pb ex-cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Spier Good Natured Organic Chenin Blanc 2023
Master Award, Global Wine Masters
R115pb ex-cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Spier Woolworths Private Collection Chenin Blanc 2023
93/100, Veritas Awards
Own label, SA retail chain

Stellenbosch ‘1679' Bush Vine Chenin Blanc 2022
Master Award, Global Wine Masters
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R230pb ex-Koelenhof Winery, Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch ‘1679' Bush Vine Chenin Blanc 2023
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R240pb ex-Koelenhof Winery, Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch Hills Kastanjeberg Chenin Blanc 2021
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R388pb ex-cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch Vineyards Credo Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
93/100, Veritas Awards
R175pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Stellenrust Barrel Fermented Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R275pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Stellenrust Next FN Level Chenin Blanc 2023
Top 10, Chenin Blanc Challenge
R350pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Stellenrust Old Bush Vine Chenin Blanc 2023
Top 10, Chenin Blanc Challenge
R350pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Stellenrust Old Bushvines Secrets & Lies Chenin Blanc 2023
97/100, Platter's Guide
Top 10, Chenin Blanc Challenge
R300pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Survivor Chenin Blanc Reserve 2021
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R330pb ex-Van Loveren cellar, Robertson

Swartland Winery Bush Vine Chenin Blanc 2023
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R150pb ex-cellar, Malmesbury-Swartland

Township Mailbox Block Chenin Blanc 2022
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R332pb ex-producer, Cape Town

Villiera Barrel Fermented Chenin Blanc 2023
95/100, Winemag
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R215pb ex-cellar, Koelenhof-Stellenbosch

Vine Venom Skin NV
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R250pb ex-cellar, Riebeek West-Swartland

Windmeul Reserve Chenin Blanc 2022
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
93/100, Winemag
R110pb ex-cellar, Windmeul-Paarl

Zevenwacht Z Chenin Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
Top 10, Chenin Blanc Challenge
R295pb ex-cellar, Kuils River-Stellenbosch

Top SA Grenache Blanc – 2024

Glen Heatlie The Frontier Grenache Blanc 2023
97/100, Platter's Guide
R320pb ex-producer, Paarl

Piekenierskloof Grenache Blanc 2023
93/100, Decanter Awards
R130pb ex-cellar, Piekenierskloof-Citrusdal Mountain

Raar Grenache Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R179pb ex-Riebeek Valley Wine Co, Riebeek-Kasteel, Swartland

Rall Grenache Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R295pb ex-cellar, Riebeek West-Swartland

Top SA Riesling Ratings – 2024

Vrede en Lust Early Mist Riesling 2023
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R140pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Top SA Roussanne Ratings – 2024

Ahem…
No really good SA Roussanne reviews in 2024…

Top SA Sauvignon Blanc – 2024

Alvi's Drift Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Top 10, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R155pb ex-cellar, Scherpenheuwel-Worcester

Berrio Sauvignon Blanc 2022
93/100, Winemag
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R199pb ex-Bruce Jack cellar, Napier-Agulhas Triangle

Black Elephant Disco Fever Old Vine Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Winemag
R112pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Bloemendal Suider Terras Sauvignon Blanc 2018
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R350pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Boschendal Elgin Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Veritas Awards
R360pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Cape Point Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R125pb ex-cellar, Noordhoek

Christiena Trousseau Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R200pb ex-Van Loveren cellar, Robertson

Cilmor Winemaker's Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2024
93/100, Veritas Awards
R99pb ex-cellar, Worcester

Constantia Royale Sauvignon Blanc 2022
93/100, Winemag
R160pb ex-cellar, Constantia

Constantia Uitsig Sauvignon Blanc 2022
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R140pb ex-cellar, Constantia

Contreberg Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R90pb ex-cellar, Darling

De Grendel Koetshuis Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Int W&S Competition
95/100, Winemag
R235pb ex-cellar, Panorama-Durbanville

De Grendel Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R125pb ex-cellar, Panorama-Durbanville

Diemersdal Journal Sauvignon Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R260pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Diemersdal Wild Horseshoe Sauvignon Blanc 2023
98/100, Platter's Guide
R280pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Diemersdal Winter Ferment Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Top 10, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R170pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Driehoek Ludic Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Top 20, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R120pb ex-producer, Cederberg

Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2023
94/100, Winemag
R140pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Eagles' Nest Sauvignon Blanc 2023
94/100, Winemag
R195pb ex-cellar, Constantia Nek

Fairview Darling Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Top 20, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R110pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Flagstone Free Run Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Top 10, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
94/100, Fine Wine Awards
R255pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Flagstone The Surge Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Top 20, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
93/100, Veritas Awards
R255pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Gentis Badlands Sauvignon Blanc 2024
93/100, Winemag
R200pb ex-Thor Vintners cellar, Durbanville

Ghost Corner Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R280pb ex-Cederberg Wines, Cederberg

Ghost Corner Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Top 20, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R280pb ex-Cederberg Wines, Cederberg

Ghost Corner Wild Ferment Sauvignon Blanc (Cederberg Cellar) 2023
Top 10, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R330pb ex-Cederberg Wines, Cederberg

Giant Periwinkle Blanc Fumé 2021
94/100, Winemag
R300pb ex-cellar, Baardskeerdersbos-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Giant Periwinkle Wind Scorpion 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R160pb ex-cellar, Baardskeerdersbos-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
93/100, Winemag
R200pb ex-cellar, Constantia

Groot Phesantekraal Marizanne 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R260pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Groot Phesantekraal Sauvignon Blanc 2024
93/100, Winemag
R105pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Groote Post Seasalter Sauvignon Blanc 2023
94/100, Trophy Wine Show
R289pb ex-cellar, Darling

Hermanuspietersfontein Kat met die Houtbeen 2022
Top 10, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R220pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Village

Iona Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Top 10, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R194pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Iona Wild Ferment Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Top 20, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R282pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Klein Constantia Perdeblokke Sauvignon Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R650pb ex-cellar, Constantia

Kleine Zalze Family Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
94/100, Winemag
R284pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Koueberg Bliksembos Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Winemag
R130pb ex-cellar, Baardskeerdersbos-Cape Agulhas Triangle

KWV Cathedral Cellar Sauvignon Blanc 2023
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R109pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Land's End Cape Agulhas Sauvignon Blanc 2022
94/100, Winemag
R165pb ex-DTK cellar, Rawsonville-Breedekloof

Lievland Sauvignon Blanc 2023
94/100, Trophy Wine Show
R190pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Lomond Sugarbush Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Top 10, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R150pb ex-cellar, Gansbaai-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Maastricht Contour Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Top 10, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R195pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Merwida Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Top 20, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R90pb ex-cellar, Rawsonville-Breedekloof

Miles Mossop Chapter Four Stellenbosch Sauvignon Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R295pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Nederburg Winemasters Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R95pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Paardenkloof Springtide Sauvignon Blanc 2020
Top 20, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R140pb ex-cellar, Bot River

Paul Cluver Sauvignon Blanc 2023
96/100, Decanter Awards
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
R110pb ex-cellar

Stark-Condé Round Mountain Sauvignon Blanc 2023
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
Top 10, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R280pb ex-cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Strandveld Pofadderbos Sauvignon Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R190pb ex-cellar, Elim-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Terre Paisible Les Dames de '87 Old Vines Sauvignon Blanc 2023
94/100, Winemag
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R320pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

The Pledge Our Darling Sauvignon Blanc 2023
94/100, Winemag
Top 20, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R150pb ex-Le Grand cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Thelema Sauvignon Blanc Reserve 2015
98/100, Trophy Wine Show
Museum Class, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Thorne & Daughters Snakes & Ladders 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R400pb ex-producer, Bot River

Tokara Reserve Elgin Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Winemag
R170pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Uva Mira Sing-a-Wing Sauvignon Blanc 2022
95/100, Decanter Awards
R295pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Vriesenhuijs Sauvignon Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
Price t.b.c. ex-cellar, Durbanville

Wagenboom Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
R58pb ex-Waboomsrivier, Breedekloof

WinterHoek Sauvignon Blanc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R135pb ex-Callender Peak, Ceres Plateau

Zevenwacht 7even Sauvignon Blanc 2023
93/100, Winemag
R85pb ex-cellar, Kuils River-Stellenbosch

Zevenwacht Sauvignon Blanc 2023
94/100, Winemag
R120pb ex-cellar, Kuils River-Stellenbosch

Zevenwacht Z Sauvignon Blanc 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
Top 10, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R295pb ex-cellar, Kuils River-Stellenbosch

Zoetendal Sauvignon Blanc Limited Release 2023
94/100, Veritas Awards
Top 20, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R220pb ex-cellar, Elim-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Zorgvliet Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Top 20, Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10
R160pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Top SA Semillon Ratings – 2024

Bloemendal Semillon 2017
93/100, Int W&S Competition
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R215pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Boekenhoutskloof Semillon 2022
97/100, Platter's Guide
R525pb ex-cellar

Daisy If You Do 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R280pb ex-Vineyard Party, Cape Town

Debutant Semillon 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R200pb ex-De Kleine Wijn cellar, Wellington

Ghost Corner Semillon 2023
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R235pb ex-Cederberg Wines, Cederberg

Holden Manz Semillon Reserve 2021
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
94/100, Winemag
R375pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Leeu Passant Franschhoek Semillon 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R490pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Old Road Grand-mére Semillon 2021
93/100, Winemag
R380pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Old Road Grand-mére Semillon 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
93/100, Int W&S Competition
93/100, Winemag
R380pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Sadie Family Kokerboom 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R550pb ex-cellar, Paardeberg-Swartland

Thor Lara Semillon 2023
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R220pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Thorne & Daughters Paper Kite 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R400pb ex-producer, Bot River

Top SA Viognier Ratings – 2024

Bruce Jack Reserve Viognier 2023
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R150pb ex-cellar, Napier-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Flagstone Word of Mouth Viognier 2021
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R150pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Flagstone Word of Mouth Viognier 2023
93/100, Veritas Awards
R150pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Painted Wolf Teardrop Viognier 2023
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R190pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Saronsberg Viognier 2022
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
94/100, Fine Wine Awards
R190pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Top SA Niche White Ratings – 2024

Bellingham Bernard Series Motherblock Albariño 2023
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R280pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Bon Courage André's Fame Colombard 2024
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R80pb ex-cellar, Robertson

De Krans Tritonia Verdelho 2022
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R160pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

Mariëtte Pinot Blanc 2022
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R350pb ex-Belle Rebelle cellar, Rawsonville-Breedekloof

Momento Grenache Gris 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R315pb ex-cellar, Bot River

Nabygelegen Scaramanga Verdelho 2023
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R140pb ex-cellar, Wellington

Neethlingshof Gewürztraminer 2024
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
93/100, Veritas Awards
R105pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Spier Albariño 2023
95/100, Decanter Awards
94/100, Int W&S Competition
Export wine, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch cellar

Springfontein Terroir Selection Chenel 2022
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R380pb ex-cellar, Springfontein Rim-Stanford

Thorne & Daughters Tin Soldier 2023 (Semillon Gris)
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R413pb ex-producer, Bot River

Top SA White Blend Ratings – 2024

Alheit Cartology 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R465pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge

Alheit Hemelrand Vine Garden 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R412pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge

Alvi's Drift Reserve CVC 2022
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R155pb ex-cellar, Scherpenheuwel-Worcester

Brookdale Bradbourne 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R385pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Brookdale Sixteen Field Blend 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R425pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Cape of Good Hope Riebeeksrivier Caroline 2021
93/100, Winemag
R195pb ex-Anthonij Rupert cellar, Franschhoek

Cavalli Reserve White 2023
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R280pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Eenzaamheid Vin Blanc 2022
94/100, Fine Wine Awards
R155pb ex-cellar, Agter-Paarl

Eight Feet White 2023
93/100, Winemag
R250pb ex-Kloovenburg cellar, Riebeek-Kasteel, Swartland

Fairview Beryl Back 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R375pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Jan Chenin Blanc Chardonnay Viognier Roussanne 2023
93/100, Winemag
R185pb ex-Zevenwacht cellar, Kuils River-Stellenbosch

Keermont Terrasse 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R268pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Khakibos White 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R280pb ex-Thistle & Weed cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Miles Mossop CWG Saskia-Jo 2022
97/100, Platter's Guide
Auction wine, Banghoek-Stellenbosch cellar

Momento Chenin Blanc Verdelho 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R315pb ex-cellar, Bot River

Mullineux Roundstone White 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R429pb approx retail, cellar in Riebeek-Kasteel, Swartland

Perdeberg Dry Land Rossouw's Heritage 2015
93/100, Veritas Awards
Museum Class, Paarl cellar

Rascallion Vinyl Collection 33 1/3 RPM 2023
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
93/100, Winemag
R110pb ex-producer, Stellenbosch

Schenkfontein Stofjas 2021
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R575pb ex-cellar, Piketberg-Swartland

Sijnn White 2022
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R370pb ex-cellar, Malgas-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Stark-Condé Field Blend 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
95/100, Decanter Awards
R280pb ex-cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Sutherland Viognier Roussanne 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R240pb ex-Thelema cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

The Hub White 2022
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R281pb ex-cellar, Cape Town Wine Hub

Zevenwacht Tin Mine Cape White Blend 2023
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R165pb ex-cellar, Kuils River-Stellenbosch

Top SA Bordeaux-Style White Blend Ratings – 2024

Bloemendal Kanonberg 2018
93/100, Winemag
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R215pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Cape Point Isliedh 2022
94/100, Winemag
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R440pb ex-cellar, Noordhoek

Chamonix Estate White Reserve 2022
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R300pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Constantia Glen Two 2022
96/100, Int W&S Competition
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
96/100, Platter's Guide
R350pb ex-cellar, Constantia Nek

Constantia Royale Don's Reserve 2022
95/100, Winemag
R300pb ex-cellar, Constantia

Darling Cellars Lady Ann Darling 2021
94/100, Fine Wine Awards
R190pb ex-cellar, Darling

Delaire Graff White Reserve 2022
94/100, Winemag
R600pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Durbanville Hills Tangram White 2022
95/100, Winemag
R245pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Flagstone Treaty Tree Classique White 2019
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
Museum Class, Somerset West cellar

Flagstone Treaty Tree Classique White 2022
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R140pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Flagstone Treaty Tree Classique White 2023
94/100, Winemag
94/100, Veritas Awards
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R150pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Frans K Smit White 2018
96/100, Fine Wine Awards
R620pb ex-Spier cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Groot Constantia Gouverneurs Reserve White 2022
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R550pb ex-cellar, Constantia

Journey's End Ad Infinitum Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2022
94/100, Decanter Awards
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R300pb ex-cellar, Sir Lowry’s Pass/Somerset West

Kershaw GPS Cape South Coast Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2022
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R395pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Morgenster Reserve White 2023
96/100, Winemag
R360pb ex-cellar, Somerset West

Nitida Coronata Integration 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R350pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Quoin Rock White Blend 2023
94/100, Decanter Awards
R440pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Savage White 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R380pb ex-cellar, Cape Town

Spier Creative Block 2 2023
93/100, Veritas Awards
R160pb ex-cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Tokara Director's Reserve White 2021
95/100, Winemag
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R340pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Walker Bay Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
R195pb ex-cellar, Stanford

TOP SA red WINE RATINGS

Top SA Cabernet Franc Ratings – 2024

Backsberg Patriarch Cabernet Franc 2022
Master Award, Global Wine Masters
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R225pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Bellevue Reserve Collection Cabernet Franc 2021
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
R300pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Botanica Big Flower Cabernet Franc 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
Price t.b.c. ex-producer, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

David Finlayson Camino Africana Cabernet Franc 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R280pb ex-Edgebaston cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Garajeest Bruce Cabernet Franc 2019
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
R260pb ex-producer, Cape Town

Ghost in the Machine Cabernet Franc 2022
Master Award, Global Wine Masters
R233pb ex-Bruce Jack cellar, Napier-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Great Heart Franschhoek Cabernet Franc 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R320pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Hermanuspietersfontein Swartskaap 2019
Top 6, Cab Franc Challenge
R420pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Village

Hermanuspietersfontein Swartskaap 2020
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R420pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Village

Hogan Mirror for the Sun Cabernet Franc 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R395pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Holden Manz Cabernet Franc Reserve 2020
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
R760pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Holden Manz Cabernet Franc Reserve 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R760pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Journey's End V5 Cabernet Franc 2021
Top 6, Cab Franc Challenge
R225pb ex-cellar, Sir Lowry’s Pass-Somerset West

KWV Mentors Cabernet Franc 2021
95/100, Decanter Awards
94/100, Fine Wine Awards
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R349pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Leeu Passant CWG Auction Franschhoek Hillside Cabernet Franc 2022
96/100, Platter's Guide
Auction wine, Franschhoek cellar

Lözarn Cabernet Franc 2022
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
R226pb ex-cellar, Bonnievale

Marklew Cabernet Franc 2021
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
R250pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Mitre's Edge Cabernet Franc 2021
Winner, Cab Franc Challenge
R390pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Oldenburg Cabernet Franc 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R650pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Raats Dolomite Cabernet Franc 2021
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
R225pb ex-producer, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Raats Eden High Density Single Vineyard Cabernet Franc 2022
96/100, Platter's Guide
R2950pb ex-producer, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Raats Family Cabernet Franc 2021
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
R800pb ex-producer, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Raats Family Cabernet Franc 2022
97/100, Platter's Guide
R800pb ex-producer, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Raats Vlag Cabernet Franc 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R1600pb ex-producer, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Rainbow's End Cabernet Franc 2022
Top 6, Cab Franc Challenge
R325pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Rainbow's End Limited Release Cabernet Franc 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
R395pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Ridgeback Cabernet Franc 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
Wine of the Year, National Wine Challenge
Top 6, Cab Franc Challenge
R350pb ex-cellar, Windmeul-Paarl

Rietvallei JMB Cabernet Franc 2019
Master Award, Global Wine Masters
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R450pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Stellenbosch Vineyards Flagship Cabernet Franc 2018
96/100, Veritas Awards
R550pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Thokozani Cabernet Franc 2022
Top 6, Cab Franc Challenge
R155pb ex-Diemersfontein cellar, Wellington

Uva Mira The Dance Cabernet Franc 2020
93/100, Decanter Awards
R950pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Warwick Cabernet Franc 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
Master Award, Global Wine Masters
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
R600pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Zorgvliet Cabernet Franc 2022
96/100, Platter's Guide
R240pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Top SA Cabernet Sauvignon – 2024

Allesverloren Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R175pb ex-cellar, Riebeek West-Swartland

Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
93/100, Veritas Awards
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R280pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
96/100, Platter's Guide
R700pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Babylonstoren Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
94/100, Decanter Awards
R265pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Bartinney Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
93/100, Veritas Awards
R320pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Bartinney Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
94/100, Int W&S Competition
R320pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Bellevue Reserve Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R300pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Benguela Cove Vinography Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R600pb ex-cellar, Bot River

Beyerskloof Eerste Ry Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R650pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Boekenhoutskloof Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
96/100, Platter's Guide
R525pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Bon Courage Inkará Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R212pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Boschendal Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
93/100, Winemag
R300pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Bosman Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R600pb ex-cellar, Wellington

Cape Five Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
94/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R155pb ex-Stellenview cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Cederberg Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
93/100, Int W&S Competition
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R260pb ex-cellar, Cederberg

Cederberg Five Generations Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
93/100, Winemag
95/100, Decanter Awards
R825pb ex-cellar, Cederberg

David Finlayson Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
95/100, Decanter Awards
R225pb ex-Edgebaston cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

David Finlayson GS 2021
93/100, Decanter Awards
R550pb ex-Edgebaston cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

David Finlayson GS 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R600pb ex-Edgebaston cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Delaire Graff Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2021
94/100, Winemag
R1200pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Diemersdal Journal Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
R370pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Diemersdal Journal Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
95/100, Int W&S Competition
96/100, Platter's Guide
R385pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Dornier Equanimity Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R215pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
94/100, Winemag
R156pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Erika Obermeyer Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
96/100, Platter's Guide
R795pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Ernie Els Major Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
95/100, Decanter Awards
R300pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Grand Vin de Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R300pb ex-Le Grand cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Grand Vin de Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
93/100, Decanter Awards
R300pb ex-Le Grand cellar, Deveon Valley-Stellenbosch

Harmony Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
Own label, Johannesburg producer

Kleine Zalze Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R472pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Kleine Zalze Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
98/100, Trophy Wine Show
R210pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Kleine Zalze Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
94/100, Winemag
R210pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Knorhoek Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
93/100, Decanter Awards
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R250pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Knorhoek Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
94/100, Decanter Awards
R250pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Kumusha Hurudza 2021
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
Price t.b.c. ex-producer, Johannesburg

La Petite Ferme Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R270pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Le Riche Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R390pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Le Riche CWG Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
Auction wine, Helderberg-Stellenbosch cellar

Le Riche Jonkershoek Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R1050pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Le Riche Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
95/100, Decanter Awards
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
96/100, Platter's Guide
R950pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Marklew Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R190pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Mont Rochelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R230pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Montpellier Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R210pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Muratie Martin Melck Cabernet Sauvignon Family Reserve 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R780pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Nederburg Private Bin Two Centuries Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
95/100, Decanter Awards
R435pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Nederburg Private Bin Two Centuries Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R470pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Nederburg Winemasters Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
93/100, Decanter Awards
R115pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Neethlingshof Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R145pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Neethlingshof Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R145pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Neil Ellis Jonkershoek Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
94/100, Veritas Awards
R550pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Nico van der Merwe Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
96/100, Platter's Guide
R416pb ex-cellar, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Oldenburg Rondekop Per Se Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R850pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Peter Falke Kailani 2019
94/100, Decanter Awards
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
93/100, Veritas Awards
R800pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

PF Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
96/100, Int W&S Competition
94/100, Fine Wine Awards
R300pb ex-Peter Falke cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Rainbow's End Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
94/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R280pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Rustenberg Peter Barlow Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R680pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Simonsig Garland 2020
97/100, Platter's Guide
R1700pb ex-cellar, Koelenhof-Stellenbosch

Simonsig Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R225pb ex-cellar, Koelenhof-Stellenbosch

Spier 21 Gables Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R350pb ex-cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Spier 21 Gables Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
95/100, Int W&S Competition
93/100, Winemag
R380pb ex-cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Stark-Condé Oude Nektar Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
95/100, Decanter Awards
R1050pb ex-cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
96/100, Decanter Awards
R365pb ex-cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Stark-Condé Three Pines Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
96/100, Decanter Awards
R625pb ex-cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch ‘1679' Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
93/100, Decanter Awards
R440pb ex-Koelenhof Winery, Stellenbosch

Stellenrust Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
96/100, Platter's Guide
R620pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Stony Brook Ghost Gum 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R378pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

The Pledge Our Stellie Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
93/100, Winemag
R150pb ex-Le Grand cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Thelema Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
95/100, Decanter Awards
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R360pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Thelema Mint Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R550pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Tokara Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
97/100, Decanter Awards
94/100, Winemag
R395pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Warwick Blue Lady 2020
95/100, Int W&S Competition
94/100, Decanter Awards
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R550pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Waterford Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
93/100, Decanter Awards
R365pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Waterford Library Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
96/100, Platter's Guide
R1850pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Top SA Cinsau(l)t Ratings – 2024

Eenzaamheid Cinsaut 2022
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R190pb ex-cellar, Agter-Paarl

Eenzaamheid Cinsaut 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R210pb ex-cellar, Agter-Paarl

Leeu Passant Wellington Old Vines Basson Cinsault 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R780pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Piekenierskloof Cinsault 2023
93/100, Decanter Awards
R175pb ex-cellar, Piekenierskloof-Citrusdal Mountain

Rickety Bridge Paulina's Reserve Old Vine Cinsault 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
93/100, Winemag
R545pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Sadie Family Pofadder 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R550pb ex-cellar, Paardeberg-Swartland

Welbedacht Bakleiblok 2023
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R200pb ex-cellar, Wellington

Top SA Grenache Noir Ratings – 2024

HOLISM Garnacha 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R250pb ex-Swartberg Wingerde, Stellenbosch

Phantom Grenache 2022 (ArtiSons)
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R450pb ex-Strellenrust cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Piekenierskloof Carel van Zyl Old Vine Grenache Noir 2023
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
94/100, Decanter Awards
R500pb ex-cellar, Piekenierskloof-Citrusdal Mountain

Savage Thief in the Night 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R380pb ex-cellar, Cape Town

Villion Grenache Noir 2022
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R250pb ex-producer, Bot River

Top SA Malbec Ratings – 2024

Blake's Single Vineyard Malbec 2023
93/100, Veritas Awards
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R120pb ex-cellar, Malmesbury-Swartland

Dornier Malbec 2021
96/100, Veritas Awards
R195pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Journey's End Pioneer Malbec 2022
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R225pb ex-cellar, Sir Lowry’s Pass-Somerset West

Paul Wallace Black Dog Malbec 2020
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R275pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Top SA Merlot Ratings – 2024

Anthonij Rupert Merlot 2018
Top 10, Top 10 Merlot Competition
R450pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Bein Little Merlot 2021
Top 10, Top 10 Merlot Competition
R130pb ex-cellar, Polkadraai Hills-Stellenbosch

Brink Merlot 2022
93/100, Veritas Awards
R108pb ex-Pulpit Rock cellar, Riebeek West

Cape Five Reserve Merlot 2018
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R155pb ex-Stellenview cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Delaire Graff Estate Banghoek Reserve Merlot 2021
Top 10, Top 10 Merlot Competition
R600pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Dornier Merlot 2020
Top 10, Top 10 Merlot Competition
R195pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve Merlot 2021
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R155pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Fleur du Cap Unfiltered Merlot 2020
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R200pb ex-Heineken Beverages, Stellenbosch

Glenelly Glass Collection Merlot 2020
Top 10, Top 10 Merlot Competition
R165pb ex-cellar, Ida’s Valley-Stellenbosch

Groot Constantia Merlot 2020
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R310pb ex-cellar, Constantia

Holden Manz Merlot Reserve 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R610pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Jakkalsvlei Merlot 2022
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R125pb ex-cellar, Herbertsdale-Klein Karoo

Kloovenburg Merlot 2021
Winner, Top 10 Merlot Competition
R140pb ex-cellar, Riebeek-Kasteel

La Bri Merlot 2021
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R190pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Lourensford Limited Release Merlot 2022
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R260pb ex-cellar, Somerset West

Marklew Merlot 2022
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R180pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Nilberg Merlot 2017
Top 10, Top 10 Merlot Competition
R180pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Nilberg Merlot Reserve 2018
Top 10, Top 10 Merlot Competition
R450pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Quoin Rock Merlot 2021
Top 10, Top 10 Merlot Competition
R550pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Shannon Black 2020
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R1500pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Villiera Monro Merlot 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R349pb ex-cellar, Koelenhof-Stellenbosch

Zorgvliet Merlot 2021
Top 10, Top 10 Merlot Competition
R205pb ex-cellar

Top SA Petit Verdot Ratings – 2024

Klein Roosboom My Way Petit Verdot 2022
93/100, Veritas Awards
R375pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Le Bonheur Petit Verdot Reserve 2022
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R500pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Zorgvliet Petit Verdot 2021
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R205pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Top SA Pinot Noir Ratings – 2024

Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2022
93/100, Decanter Awards
R494pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Chamonix Feldspar Pinot Noir 2023
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R250pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Cirrus Pinot Noir 2021
93/100, Winemag
R360pb ex-Guardian Peak cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Groote Post Inheritance Pinot Noir 2022
93/100, Veritas Awards
R450pb ex-cellar, Darling

Iona Pinot Noir 2022
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R405pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Julien Schaal Mountain Vineyards Pinot Noir 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R195pb ex-producer, Elgin

Kara-Tara Pinot Noir Reserve 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R590pb ex-Stark-Condé cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

La Vierge Apogée Single Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
Trophy, Terroir Wine Awards
R340pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Lothian Pinot Noir 2021
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R385pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Matthew van Heerden Pinot Noir 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R450pb ex-producer, Stellenbosch

Oak Valley Tabula Rasa PN114 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R750pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Paul Cluver Seven Flags Pinot Noir 2020
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R1100pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Top SA Pinotage Ratings – 2024

Beeslaar Pinotage 2021
Top 20, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R690pb ex-producer, Stellenbosch

Beeslaar Pinotage 2022
Top 10, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R660pb ex-producer, Stellenbosch

Bellevue 1953 Single Vineyard Pinotage 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R900pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Bellevue Reserve Collection Pinotage 2020
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R255pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Bellevue Reserve Collection Pinotage 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R255pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Bellingham Bernard Series Bush Vine Pinotage 2021
Top 20, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R280pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Beyerskloof Diesel Pinotage 2021
Top 20, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R1100pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Beyerskloof Diesel Pinotage 2022
93/100, Veritas Awards
R1100pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Beyerskloof Winemakers Reserve 2022
Top 10, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R350pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Black Elephant Rumble in the Jungle Pinotage 2023
94/100, Winemag
R415pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Carlo Pinotage 2022
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R580pb ex-Stellenbosch Family Wines

De Grendel Amandelboord Pinotage 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R330pb ex-cellar, Panorama-Durbanville

Diemersdal Journal Pinotage 2020
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
R370pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Diemersdal Journal Pinotage 2022
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
96/100, Platter's Guide
R385pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Diemersdal Pinotage Reserve 2022
Top 10, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R210pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Diemersdal Pinotage Reserve 2023
Top 20, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R210pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve Pinotage 2022
Top 20, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
93/100, Winemag
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R155pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Fairview Primo Pinotage 2022
95/100, Winemag
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R550pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Flagstone Truth Tree Pinotage 2021
Top 20, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R165pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Flagstone Writer's Block Pinotage 2021
94/100, Veritas Awards
93/100, Winemag
Top 10, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R412pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Francois van Niekerk Pinotage 2022
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
Top 10, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R746pb ex-producer, Wellington

Glen Carlou Collection Pinotage 2022
Top 20, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R390pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Hazendal Pinotage 2018
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R250pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

illimis Pinotage 2023
94/100, Winemag
R295pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Kaapzicht Steytler Pinotage 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R740pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Kanonkop Black Label Pinotage 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R2350pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Kanonkop Pinotage 2018
Top 10, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
Museum Class, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch cellar

KWV Mentors Pinotage 2020
Top 20, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R349pb ex-cellar, Paarl

KWV Mentors Pinotage 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R449pb ex-cellar, Paarl

La Cave Pinotage 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R220pb ex-Wellington Wines

La Cave Pinotage 2022
Top 10, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R240pb ex-Wellington Wines

Lanzerac Commemorative Pinotage 2020
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R1950pb ex-cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Lanzerac Pionier Pinotage 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R1195pb ex-cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Le Roux & Fourie Pinnacle Pinotage 2015
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R199pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Neethlingshof Owl Post Pinotage 2021
94/100, Decanter Awards
R330pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Raka Pinotage 2022
Top 20, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R125pb ex-cellar, Klein River-Overberg

Rijk's Private Cellar Pinotage 2020
Top 10, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R350pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Springfontein Jonathan's Ridge Single Vineyard Pinotage 2018
Trophy, Terroir Wine Awards
94/100, Int W&S Competition
R495pb ex-cellar, Springfontein Rim-Stanford

Stellenbosch ‘1679' Old Vine Pinotage 2022
Top 10, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R390pb ex-Koelenhof Winery, Stellenbosch

Survivor Pinotage Reserve 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R440pb ex-Van Loveren cellar, Robertson

Windmeul Legend Pinotage 2022
Top 10, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R350pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Windmeul Reserve Pinotage 2021
Top 20, Top 10 Pinotage Competition
R150pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Top SA Shiraz / Syrah Ratings – 2024

Alto Shiraz 2019
94/100, Int W&S Competition
R280pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Annandale Shiraz 2018
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R260pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Arendskloof Shiraz 2017
94/100, Fine Wine Awards
R120pb ex-Eagle’s Cliff cellar, Worcester

Babylonstoren Shiraz 2021
Gold Medal, Syrah du Monde
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
R335pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Bellingham Bernard Series Basket Press Syrah 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R280pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Blueberry Hill Shiraz 2022 (ArtiSons)
Top 20, Shiraz SA Challenge
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R410pb ex-Stellenrust cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2022
96/100, Platter's Guide
R525pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Bon Courage Pepper Tree Shiraz 2022
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
R140pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Boschkloof Epilogue 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R400pb ex-cellar, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Cape Five Reserve Shiraz 2021
95/100, Winemag
R155pb ex-Stellenview cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Cape of Good Hope Riebeeksrivier Syrah 2018
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R150pb ex-Anthonij Rupert cellar, Franschhoek

Carinus Syrah 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R205pb ex-cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Cederberg Shiraz 2020
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
96/100, Int W&S Competition
R280pb ex-cellar, Cederberg

Cederberg Shiraz 2021
95/100, Int W&S Competition
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R280pb ex-cellar, Cederberg

Dawn of the Salty Tongues 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R695pb ex-Sakkie Mouton cellar, Vredendal

De Trafford Blueprint Syrah 2021
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R340pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

DeMorgenzon Reserve Syrah 2019
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
R475pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch Kloof

DeMorgenzon Reserve Syrah 2021
97/100, Int W&S Competition
R475pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch Kloof

Diemersdal Syrah 2023
94/100, Winemag
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R210pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

DMZ Syrah 2021
93/100, Veritas Awards
R155pb ex-DeMorgenzon cellar, Stellenbosch Kloof

Eagles' Nest Shiraz 2022
93/100, Winemag
R385pb ex-cellar, Constantia Nek

Fairview Beacon Shiraz 2021
97/100, Platter's Guide
R550pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Fairview Eenzaamheid Shiraz 2021
Top 20, Shiraz SA Challenge
R550pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Fairview Lanner Hill Shiraz 2021
Top 20, Shiraz SA Challenge
R550pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Fairview Shiraz 2021
Top 20, Shiraz SA Challenge
R150pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Flagstone Dark Horse Shiraz 2019
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R380pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Gentis Badlands Shiraz 2022
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R185pb ex-Thor Vintners cellar, Durbanville

Ghost Corner Syrah 2021
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R395pb ex-Cederberg cellar, Cederberg

Ghost Corner Syrah 2022
93/100, Veritas Awards
R395pb ex-Cederberg cellar, Cederberg

Ghost in the Machine Shiraz 2022
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R329pb ex-Bruce Jack cellar, Napier-Cape Agulhas Triangle

GlenWood Grand Duc Syrah 2023
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R820pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Hazendal Syrah 2018
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R280pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Iona Solace Syrah 2021
95/100, Decanter Awards
R430pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Journey's End Griffin Syrah 2018
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R390pb ex-cellar, Sir Lowry’s Pass-Somerset West

Kershaw Clonal Selection Syrah 2019
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R575pb ex-cellar, Elgin

KFK Reserve Shiraz 2021
94/100, Int W&S Competition
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R150pb ex-Stellenview cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Klein Goederust Shiraz 2022
93/100, Gilberg & Gaillard
R285pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Kleine Zalze Family Reserve Shiraz 2020
95/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
R472pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Kleine Zalze Vineyard Selection Syrah 2021
95/100, Winemag
R210pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Kruger Family Reserve Shiraz 2021
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R250pb ex-Stellenview cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

La Cave Shiraz 2021
Top 20, Shiraz SA Challenge
R220pb ex-Wellington Wines, Wellington

La Vierge Apogée Syrah 2022
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R340pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Leeuwenkuil Heritage Syrah 2019
96/100, Winemag
R460pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Leeuwenkuil Shiraz 2023
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
R95pb ex-cellar

Lomond Conebush Syrah 2021
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
R260pb ex-cellar, Gansbaai-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Mellish Bakenkop Syrah 2021
95/100, Winemag
R245pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Mullineux Syrah 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R455pb ex-cellar, Riebeek-Kasteel, Swartland

Nederburg Winemasters Shiraz 2022
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
98/100, Trophy Wine Show
R115pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Nicolas van der Merwe Syrah 2019
93/100, Winemag
95/100, Decanter Awards
R500pb ex-cellar, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Painted Wolf Scarlet Shiraz 2020
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R260pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Paserene Dark 2019
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R235pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Paserene Union 2019
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R750pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Porcupine Ridge Syrah 2023
94/100, Int Wine Challenge
R85pb ex-Boekenhoutskloof cellar, Franschhoek

Porseleinberg 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R800b ex-cellar, Riebeek-Kasteel, Swartland

Quoin Rock Shiraz 2021
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R650pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Raar Shiraz Carbonic Maceration 2023
96/100, Winemag
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R179pb ex-Riebeek Valley Wine Co, Riebeek-Kasteel-Swartland

Rainbow's End Syrah 2022
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R265pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Rall Ava Syrah 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R675pb ex-cellar, Riebeek West-Swartland

Rhebokskloof Shiraz 2021
93/100, Veritas Awards
R155pb ex-cellar, Windmeul-Paarl

Rust en Vrede Syrah 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R430pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Saronsberg Provenance Shiraz 2022
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
R135pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Saronsberg Shiraz 2021
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R340pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Saronsberg Shiraz 2022
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
Winner, Syrah du Monde
98/100, Platter's Guide
R360pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Scions of Sinai Swanesang 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R440pb ex-producer, Stellenbosch

Sons of Sugarland Syrah 2023 (Saga)
97/100, Platter's Guide
R420pb ex-producer, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Spier Seaward Shiraz 2022
96/100, Int W&S Competition
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
R150pb ex-cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Syrah 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R330pb ex-cellar, Jonkershoek-Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch Reserve Kruithuis Syrah 2021
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
R190pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch Vineyards Credo Shiraz 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R175pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch Vineyards Shiraz 2021
Top 20, Shiraz SA Challenge
R100pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Stellenrust Peppergrinder's Shiraz 2021
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R240pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Survivor Syrah 2022
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
R220pb ex-Van Loveren cellar, Robertson

Tamboerskloof Syrah 2019
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R310pb ex-Kleinood cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Trizanne Elim Syrah 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R340pb ex-producer, Kommetjie

Vine Venom Spektra 2021
96/100, Winemag
R360pb ex-cellar, Riebeek West-Swartland

Windmeul Shiraz 2021
Top 20, Shiraz SA Challenge
R80pb ex-cellar, Windmeul-Paarl

Zandvliet Hill of Enon Shiraz 2021
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
94/100, Winemag
R488pb ex-cellar, Ashton

Zandvliet Kalkveld Shiraz 2020
Top 12, Shiraz SA Challenge
R300pb ex-cellar, Ashton

Zevenwacht Z Syrah 2022
Top 20, Shiraz SA Challenge
R315pb ex-cellar, Kuils River-Stellenbosch

Zoetendal Signatura Shiraz 2022
95/100, Winemag
R550pb ex-cellar, Elim-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Top SA Niche Red Ratings – 2024

De Krans Touriga Naçional 2023
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R140pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

Kranskop Tannat 2022
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R155pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Lourensford Kleipot Petite Sirah 2020
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R550pb ex-cellar, Somerset West

Mel Fentano Sangiovese
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R195pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Top SA Red Blend Ratings – 2024

Alto Estate Blend 2022
94/100, Winemag
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R450pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Alto Rouge 2022
93/100, Veritas Awards
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R130pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Arendskloof Shiraz Tannat 2020
Top 3 Blends, Shiraz SA Challenge
R150pb ex-Eagle’s Cliff cellar, Worcester

Benguela Cove Lighthouse Collection Moody Lagoon 2021
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
Top 3 Blends, Shiraz SA Challenge
R175pb ex-cellar, Bot River

Boschendal Nicolas 2022
93/100, Winemag
R220pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Bosman Adama Red 2021
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R200pb ex-cellar, Wellington

Carmen Stevens Nemrac 2021
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R380pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

De Krans Tritonia Calitzdorp Blend 2022
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R240pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

De Trafford Elevation ‘393' 2017
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R1200pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Ernie Els CWG 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
Auction wine, Helderberg-Stellenbosch cellar

Ernie Els Proprietor's Blend 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R350pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Fubar Petite Sirah Pinot Noir NV
93/100, Winemag
R180pb ex-Thor Vintners, Durbanville

Glenelly Estate Reserve 2018
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R360pb ex-cellar, Ida’s Valley-Stellenbosch

Idun Carmélite 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R275pb ex-cellar

KWV Cathedral Cellar Triptych 2021
93/100, Veritas Awards
R159pb ex-cellar, Paarl

PF Ruby 2018
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R230pb ex-Peter Falke cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Quoin Rock Simonsberg Blend 2020
Wine of the Year, National Wine Challenge
R250pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Rascallion 45 RPM 2022
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R110pb ex-producer, Stellenbosch

Roodeberg Dr Charles Niehaus 2020
Top 3 Blends, Shiraz SA Challenge
R339pb ex-KWV cellar, Paarl

Rust en Vrede Estate 2020
94/100, Winemag
R630pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Sadie Family Columella 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R1200pb ex-cellar, Paardeberg-Swartland

Van Wyk Rebecca May 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R260pb ex-producer, Constantia

Vigne d'Or Red Blend 2021
94/100, Winemag
R260pb ex-Terre Paisible cellar, Franschhoek

Waterford Jem 2016
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R2075pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Wildeberg Red 2022
93/100, Decanter Awards
R445pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Wolvenhoek Takaya 2021
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R245pb ex-cellar, Wellington

Zoetendal Monarch 2017
Top 6 Blends, Shiraz SA Challenge
R440pb ex-cellar, Elim-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Top SA Bordeaux-Style Red Blend Ratings – 2024

Alto M.P.H.S. 2017
Master Award, Global Wine Masters
R995pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Alto M.P.H.S. 2018
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
95/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R995pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Babylonstoren Nebukadnesar 2021
94/100, Decanter Awards
R680pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Babylonstoren Nebukadnesar 2022
95/100, Winemag
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R705pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Bacco Red Blend 2021
95/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R360pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Beau Constantia Aidan 2020
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R380pb ex-cellar, Constantia Nek

Blaauwklippen De Blaauwe Klip 2020
93/100, Veritas Awards
R310pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Boschkloof Conclusion 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R460pb ex-cellar, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Buitenverwachting Christine 2017
97/100, Platter's Guide
R550pb ex-cellar, Constantia

Constantia Glen Five 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R745pb ex-cellar, Constantia Nek

De Grendel Rubaiyat 2020
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R465pb ex-cellar, Panorama-Durbanville

Delaire Graff Botmaskop 2021
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
95/100, Decanter Awards
R430pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Diemersdal Private Collection 2022
93/100, Winemag
R210pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Dornier Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2019
93/100, Winemag
R195pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Ernie Els Signature 2018
93/100, Winemag
R900pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Flagstone Treaty Tree Reserve Red 2021
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R165pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Franschhoek Cellar Last Elephant 2021
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R550pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Grand Vin de Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2021
94/100, Veritas Awards
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R300pb ex-Le Grand cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Grande Provence Red 2020
94/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R690pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Groot Constantia Gouverneurs Reserve Red 2020
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R570pb ex-cellar, Constantia

Harry Hartman Mosi 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R380pb ex-producer, Stellenbosch

Hartenberg Mackenzie 2020
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R875pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Hermanuspietersfontein Right Bank 2020
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
R485pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Village

Keet First Verse 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R700pb ex-producer, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

KWV Mentors Orchestra 2021
94/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R349pb ex-cellar, Paarl

La Bri Affinity 2021
93/100, Winemag
R230pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Lözarn Kay's Legacy 2020
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R230pb ex-cellar, Bonnievale

Meerendal Millhouse Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2023
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
Price t.b.c. ex-cellar, Durbanville

Meerlust Rubicon 2015
93/100, Int W&S Competition
Museum Class, Faure-Stellenbosch cellar

Meraki 2021
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
Price t.b.c. ex-producer, Stellenbosch

Mitre's Edge The Mitre 2020
Top 3 Blends, Cab Franc Challenge
R325pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Morgenster Estate Reserve 2016
95/100, Decanter Awards
R645pb ex-cellar, Somerset West

Nederburg Heritage Heroes Brew Master 2021
94/100, Winemag
R245pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Peter Falke Kanoa 2019
94/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
94/100, Winemag
95/100, Decanter Awards
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R400pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Quoin Rock Red Blend 2021
94/100, Winemag
94/100, Int W&S Competition
94/100, Decanter Awards
95/100, Int Wine Challenge
R750pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Raats Family Jasper Red Blend 2021
Top 3 Blends, Cab Franc Challenge
R325pb ex-producer, Polkadraai-Stellenbosch

Reyneke Biodynamic Cornerstone 2021
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R350pb ex-cellar, Polkadraai Hills-Stellenbosch

Ridgeback Journey 2020
Top 3 Blends, Cab Franc Challenge
R200pb ex-cellar, Windmeul-Paarl

Saronsberg Seismic 2022
94/100, Int Wine Challenge
R195pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Simonsig Tiara 2019
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R280pb ex-cellar, Koelenhof-Stellenbosch

Steenkamp Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2018
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R330pb ex-Groenland cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch ‘1679' Legacy 2020
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R575pb ex-Koelenhof Winery, Stellenbosch

Survivor Cellar Master Series Cabernet Franc Merlot 2019
Gold Medal, Cab Franc Challenge
Museum class, Van Loveren cellar, Robertson

Survivor Cellar Master Series Cabernet Franc Merlot 2022
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R490pb ex-Van Loveren cellar, Robertson

Thelema Rabelais 2021
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R850pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Tokara Director's Reserve Red 2021
Master Award, Global Wine Masters
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R485pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Vilafonté Series C 2019
Trophy, Int W&S Competition
R1900pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Vilafonté Series C 2022
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R1990pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Vilafonté Series M 2019
Trophy, Int W&S Competition
R1200pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Vilafonté Series M 2022
96/100, Int W&S Competition
R1260pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Vriesenhof Jan Boland Coetzee 2022
93/100, Winemag
R160pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Zevenwacht Z Reserve 2021
98/100, Trophy Wine Show
R345pb ex-cellar, Kuils River-Stellenbosch

Zorgvliet Richelle 2019
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R450pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Top Cape Blend Ratings – 2024

Agaat John David 2022
Top 10, Perold Cape Blend Competition
R144pb ex-Truter cellar, Wellington

Bellevue Atticus Cape Blend 2022
Top 6, Perold Cape Blend Competition
R150pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Beyerskloof Faith 2021
Top 10, Perold Cape Blend Competition
R1000pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Beyerskloof Traildust 2022
Top 10, Perold Cape Blend Competition
R220pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Daschbosch Gift 2020
Top 6, Perold Cape Blend Competition
R120pb ex-cellar, Rawsonville-Breedekloof

Endura Winemaker's Selection Cape Blend 2021
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R350pb ex-Perdeberg cellar, Paarl

Flagstone Dragon Tree Cape Blend 2020
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R155pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Flagstone Dragon Tree Cape Blend 2021
93/100, Winemag
R176pb ex-cellar, Somerset West / Strand

Fuselage Pilot & Navigator 2021
Top 6, Perold Cape Blend Competition
R225pb ex-cellar, Wellington

Jakkalsvlei Mount Cuvée Cape Blend 2022
94/100, Winemag
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R200pb ex-cellar, Herbertsdale-Klein Karoo

Koelenbosch Nineteenfortyone 2022
Top 6, Perold Cape Blend Competition
R120pb ex-Koelenhof Winery, Stellenbosch

KWV Mentors Perold 2020
93/100, Decanter Awards
Trophy, Veritas Awards
R799pb ex-cellar, Paarl

KWV Mentors Perold 2021
93/100, Veritas Awards
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
95/100, Decanter Awards
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R799pb ex-cellar, Paarl

L'Avenir Stellenbosch Classic 2020
Top 10, Perold Cape Blend Competition
R160pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Orpheus & The Raven No. 42 2022
96/100, Platter's Guide
R440pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Rooiberg Reserve Cape Blend 2022
Top 6, Perold Cape Blend Competition
R160pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Warwick Three Cape Ladies 2021
Top 6, Perold Cape Blend Competition
R200pb ex-cellar, Perdeberg-Stellenbosch

Top SA Rhône-Style Red Blend Ratings – 2024

Anysbos Tesame 2022
96/100, Platter's Guide
R390pb ex-cellar, Bot River

Boschendal Black Angus 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R500pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Eerste Hoop Lady Brigitte 2022
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R300pb ex-cellar, Theewater-Overberg

Erika Obermeyer Syrah Grenache Noir Cinsault 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R595pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Essay Syrah Cinsault & Grenache & Mourvèdre 2022
95/100, Decanter Awards
R110pb ex-Lievland cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Fairview Caldera 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R180pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Guardian Peak SMG 2021
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
93/100, Winemag
R220pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Idiom R Rodanico Blend 2018
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R450pb ex-cellar

KWV Mentors Canvas 2020
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R349pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Nederburg Heritage Heroes Motorcycle Marvel 2021
93/100, Veritas Awards
R245pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Neil Ellis Rodanos 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R480pb ex-cellar, Helshoogte-Stellenbosch

Saronsberg Full Circle 2021
Top 6 Blends, Shiraz SA Challenge
R650pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Saronsberg Full Circle 2022
Gold Medal, Syrah du Monde
Master Award, Global Wine Masters
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R650pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Spier Creative Block 3 2020
Top 6 Blends, Shiraz SA Challenge
R240pb ex-cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Waterleliefontein Syrah Grenache Noir Blend 2021
93/100, Winemag
R260pb ex-cellar, Bot River

Zevenwacht Tin Mine Syrah Mourvèdre Grenache 2021
95/100, Winemag
R165pb ex-cellar

Zonnebloem Shiraz Mourvèdre Viognier 2022
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R125pb ex-Heineken Beverages, Stellenbosch

other TOP SA WINE RATINGS

Top Cap Classique Sparkling Wine Ratings – 2024

Babylonstoren Sprankel 2018
93/100, Veritas Awards
R710pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Paarl

Boschendal Jean Le Long Prestige Cuvée Blanc de Blancs 2012
93/100, Decanter Awards
R1250pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Charles Fox Cipher Blanc de Noirs 2018
98/100, Platter's Guide
R585pb ex-cellar, Elgin

Christiena Trousseau Brut NV
94/100, Decanter Awards
R198pb ex-Van Loveren cellar, Robertson

Christiena Trousseau Brut Rosé NV
95/100, Veritas Awards
R215pb ex-Van Loveren cellar, Robertson

Colmant Absolu Zero Dosage NV
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R835pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Colmant Blanc de Blancs NV
Double Gold, Cap Classique Challenge
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R390pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

De Wetshof Blanc de Blancs 2021
Double Gold, Cap Classique Challenge
R380pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Des Dieux Anna Louise Blanc de Blancs 2012
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R650pb ex-cellar, Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge

Desiderius Pongrácz 2018
96/100, Int W&S Competition
R595pb ex-Heineken Beverage, Stellenbosch

Durbanville Hills Blanc de Blancs 2021
94/100, Int W&S Competition
R205pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Graham Beck Blanc de Blancs 2019
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R390pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Graham Beck Cuvée Clive 2018
93/100, Decanter Awards
Wine of the Year, National Wine Challenge
R1250pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Graham Beck Pinot Meunier 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R850pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Graham Beck Pinot Noir Rosé 2018
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
Double Gold, Cap Classique Challenge
R390pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Graham Beck Ultra Brut 2017
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
95/100, Decanter Awards
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R390pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Hazendal Blanc de Blanc Brut 2020
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R275pb ex-cellar, Bottelary-Stellenbosch

Hout Bay Klasiek By Catharine 2020
96/100, Fine Wine Awards
R220pb ex-cellar, Hout Bay

JC Le Roux Scintilla Vintage Reserve 2015
98/100, Trophy Wine Show
R280pb ex-cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Kay & Monty Champu Blanc de Blanc 2017
Double Gold, Cap Classique Challenge
R245pb ex-cellar, Plettenberg Bay

Klein Roosboom My Way Brut Rosé 2020
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R327pb ex-cellar, Durbanville

Kleine Zalze Vintage Brut 2017
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R260pb ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Krone Twee Jonge Gezellen Blanc de Blancs 2021
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R640pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Laborie Blanc de Blancs 2018
94/100, Decanter Awards
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R189pb ex-KWV cellar, Paarl

L'Ormarins Blanc de Blancs 2019
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R265pb ex-Anthonij Rupert cellar, Franschhoek

L'Ormarins Private Cuvée 2015
Double Gold, Cap Classique Challenge
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R475pb ex-Anthonij Rupert cellar, Franschhoek

Louisvale Chardonnay Brut NV
Double Gold, Cap Classique Challenge
R258pb ex-cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Lourensford ‘Cuvée 124' Brut Zero 2011
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R550pb ex-cellar, Somerset West

Mariëtte Chardonnay Brut 2017
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R425pb ex-Belle Rebelle cellar, Rawsonville-Breedekloof

Marklew Brut Reserve 2019
93/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R280pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Newstead Brut Blanc de Blanc 2017
96/100, Int W&S Competition
Winner, Cap Classique Challenge
R320pb ex-cellar, Plettenberg Bay

Pierre Jourdan Blanc de Blancs 2018
94/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R290pb ex-Haute Cabrière cellar, Franschhoek

Pongrácz Blanc de Blancs NV
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R196pb ex-Heineken Beverages, Stellenbosch

Quoin Rock Black Series Cap Classique 2018
Double Gold, Cap Classique Challenge
R750pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Sauvage La Bri 2018
96/100, Platter's Guide
R400pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Silverthorn Jewel Box 2019
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R550pb ex-cellar, Robertson

Simonsig Satin Royale NV
Double Gold, Cap Classique Challenge
R600pb ex-cellar, Koelenhof-Stellenbosch

Spier Prestige Cuvée Cap Classique 2016
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R450pb ex-cellar, Vlottenburg-Stellenbosch

Terre Paisible Vivre Brut 2019
93/100, Int W&S Competition
R550pb ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Villiera Monro Brut 2017
97/100, Int W&S Competition
95/100, Veritas Awards
Double Gold, Cap Classique Challenge
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R410pb ex-cellar, Koelenhof-Stellenbosch

Villiera Tradition Brut NV
Double Gold, Cap Classique Challenge
94/100, Fine Wine Awards
R197pb ex-cellar, Koelenhof-Stellenbosch

Waterford Blanc de Blancs 2017
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R415pb ex-cellar, Upper Blaauklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Top SA Rosé Wine Ratings – 2024

Aaldering Pinotage Rosé 2024
Top 6, Pinotage Rosé Competition
R220pb ex-cellar, Devon Valley-Stellenbosch

Bon Courage Lady of the House Pinotage Rosé 2024
Top 6, Pinotage Rosé Competition
R95pb ex-cellar, Robertson

De Grendel Rosé 2024
Top 6, Pinotage Rosé Competition
R100pb ex-cellar, Panorama-Durbanville

Deetlefs Stonecross Pinotage Rosé 2024
Top 6, Pinotage Rosé Competition
R95pb ex-cellar

Eerste Hoop Rosé 2024
Top Rosé, Shiraz SA Challenge
R120pb ex-cellar, Theewater-Overberg

Jakkalsvlei Pinotage Rosé 2024
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R110pb ex-cellar, Herbertsdale-Klein Karoo

L'Avenir Horizon Rosé de Pinotage 2024
Top 6, Pinotage Rosé Competition
R110pb ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Painted Wolf Den Pinotage Rosé 2024
Top 6, Pinotage Rosé Competition
R110pb ex-cellar, Paarl

Saronsberg Shiraz Rosé 2024
Top 3 Rosé, Shiraz SA Challenge
R100pb ex-cellar, Tulbagh

Stellenzicht Thunderstone Rosé 2024
Top 3 Rosé, Shiraz SA Challenge
R110pb ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Top SA Unfortified Dessert Wine Ratings – 2024

Boekenhoutskloof Noble Late Harvest 2021
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R575pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Boschendal Vin D'Or Noble Late Harvest 2023
93/100, Int Wine Challenge
R550pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Buitenverwachting ‘1769' 2021 (Noble Late Harvest)
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R375pb (500ml) ex-cellar, Constantia

Compagniesdrift Albertus NV  (Sweet Muscat)
93/100, Fine Wine Awards
R360pb (500ml) ex-cellar, Faure-Stellenbosch

Delheim Edelspatz Botrytis Riesling 2022 (Noble Late Harvest)
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R395pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Donkiesbaai Hooiwijn 2023 (Straw Wine)
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R420pb (375ml) ex-Guardian Peak cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

GlenWood Grand Duc Noblesse 2023 (Noble Late Harvest)
95/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R360pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Franschhoek

Groot Constantia Grand Constance 2019 (Natural Sweet)
94/100, Int Wine Challenge
Top 10, Muscats du Monde
R960pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Constantia

Keermont Fleurfontein 2023 (Straw Wine)
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R320pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Klein Goederust Chenin Blanc Natural Sweet 2021
96/100, Platter's Guide
R250pb ex-producer, Franschhoek

Miles Mossop Kika Noble Late Harvest 2023
96/100, Platter's Guide
R425pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

Mullineux Olerasay Straw Wine NV
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R2480pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Riebeek-Kasteel, Swartland

Mullineux Straw Wine 2023
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R690pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Riebeek-Kasteel, Swartland

Nederburg Winemasters Noble Late Harvest 2023
98/100, Trophy Wine Show
95/100, Int W&S Competition
R150pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Paarl

Neethlingshof Maria Noble Late Harvest 2024
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R229pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Stellenbosch

Paul Cluver Riesling Noble Late Harvest 2021
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R550pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Elgin

Slanghoek Private Selection Crème de Chenin Natural Sweet 2023
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R82pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Breedekloof

Stellenrust Chenin d'Muscat Noble Late Harvest 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R225pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Helderberg-Stellenbosch

Tierhoek Straw Wine NV
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R280pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Piekenierskloof-Citrusdal Mountain

Villa Esposto Muscat d'Alexandrie Straw Wine 2023
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R154pb (375ml) ex-Klawer cellar, Klawer

Vin de Constance 2020 (Natural Sweet)
95/100, Int W&S Competition
96/100, Decanter Awards
R1400pb (500ml) ex-Klein Constantia cellar, Constantia

Vin de Constance 2021 (Natural Sweet)
97/100, Platter's Guide
R1500pb (500ml) ex-Klein Constantia cellar, Constantia

Waterford Library Collection Noble Late Harvest 2018
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
Price t.b.c. ex-cellar, Upper Blaauwklippen Valley-Stellenbosch

Top SA Fortified Dessert Wine Ratings – 2024

De Wet Cellar Red Muscadel 2019
Wine of the Year, National Wine Challenge
R73pb (500ml) ex-cellar, Worcester

Kapelsloot Rooi Muskadel 2015
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
R70pb ex-Excelsior cellar, Robertson

Lomond Muscat de Frontignan 2017
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
R500pb (375ml) ex-cellar, Gansbaai-Cape Agulhas Triangle

Nuy Barbieri Idro Red Muscadel 2016
96/100, Platter's Guide
R235pb (500ml) ex-cellar, Nuy Valley-Worcester

Nuy White Muscadel 2013
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R255pb ex-cellar, Nuy Valley-Worcester

Perdeberg Dry Land Fortified Chenin Blanc 2022
Gold Medal, Global Wine Masters
R160pb (500ml) ex-cellar, Paarl

Top Cape Port Ratings – 2024

Bergsig Cape LBV 2018
97/100, Platter's Guide
R128pb ex-cellar, Breedekloof

Boplaas Cape Tawny NV
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
96/100, Platter's Guide
R250pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

Boplaas Cape Vintage 2022
94/100, Gilbert & Gaillard
R145pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

Boplaas Cape Vintage Reserve 2006
96/100, Trophy Wine Show
R1200pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

Boplaas Cape Vintage Reserve 2019
Double Gold, Veritas Awards
R295pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

Boplaas Cape Vintage Reserve 2021
Best in Class, National Wine Challenge
R325pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

Boplaas Cape Vintage Reserve 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R350pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

Boplaas Colheita Cape Tawny 2007
Best in Class, Terroir Wine Awards
R750pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

De Krans Cape Tawny NV
93/100, Trophy Wine Show
R230pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

De Krans Cape Vintage 2019
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R130pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

De Krans Cape Vintage Reserve 2018
95/100, Fine Wine Awards
R350pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

De Krans Cape Vintage Reserve 2022
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R350pb ex-cellar, Calitzdorp-Klein Karoo

Delaire Graff Cape Vintage 2021
97/100, Trophy Wine Show
R700pb ex-cellar, Banghoek-Stellenbosch

KWV Cape Tawny NV
5 Stars, Platter's Guide
R109pb ex-cellar, Paarl

SA Wine & Cellar Classification

South Africa’s most highly rated wines over the past 10 years –

 the best track records from 2014 to 2023 (inclusive)

The SA Wine & Cellar Classifications, updated annually since 2004, are based on the top ratings by the most respected panels locally and internationally when it comes to assessing wine quality and interest value in a ‘blind tasting’ environment – the identities of the wines and their producers withheld so as to avoid positive or negative bias in terms of brand status, the origin of the grapes and the location of the cellars.