Cape of Good Hope

Cape of Good Hope

Extraordinary Vines. Extraordinary Wines.

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The Story Behind Terroir Specific Wines

In 2006, Johann Rupert initiated the search for all vineyards in South Africa older than 35 years. Traditionally the South African wine industry depended on tonnage, meaning that the meager yields of older vines dictated them to be removed. What was left was some pretty spectacular pockets of vines tended by people who either kept them out of sentiment or foresight. Old vine wine guaranteeing intensity, texture and a real sense of place. Preserving them then is an act of social responsibility toward South African wine and the people who invested in them despite the odds.

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VINEYARDS

The vineyards selected for the Cape of Good Hope range represent exceptional vineyard sites and some of the oldest vines in the country, lovingly tended to produce only the finest reflection of their terroir. These vines are a reflection of a countrywide search that was to spark a worldwide old vine movement.

Altima

Elandskloof

Situated in the isolated Elandskloof Valley just north of Villiersdorp the wines produced here are a perfect representation of its cool climate terroir.

Skurfberg

Arbeidsend

Arbeidsend has been in the van Lill family for three generations. Traditionally rooibos tea and sheep farmers, Basie van Lill’s father decided to plant a few parcels of vines to diversify. These vineyards are also surrounded by fynbos.

Skurfberg

Krommevalley

Henk Laing’s farm, Trekpoort, is situated on a stretch of land between Lamberts Bay and Clanwilliam, on the Skurfberg Mountain overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Laing has a deep understanding of this land, the vines, the weather, the animals and fynbos, having walked these soils during harvest with his father, decades ago.

Riebeeksrivier

Swartland

Set on the slopes of Kasteelberg in the Swartland, Riebeeksrivier’s vines planted from 1987, are situated in the perfect terroir for Rhône style varietals.

Parel Vallei Farmstead

Somerset-West

A small block of Merlot planted at high density in residential Somerset-West, deep clay soils and strict canopy management make for exceptional varietal character in the grapes.

Cape of Good Hope Wines

Altima

Sauvignon Blanc

Appealing aromas of granadilla and grapefruit zest with a tinge of peach blossom.

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Serruria

Chardonnay

Subtle whiffs of orange blossom, lime zest, vanilla cream and a light biscuit note.

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Riebeeksrivier

Caroline

Delicate orange blossom oral notes overlay more distinctive creamy citrus peel on the nose.

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Van Lill & Visser

Chenin Blanc

Enticing stone fruit aromas - nectarine and peach with a tinge of honeyed almonds.

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Riebeeksrivier

Chenin Blanc

Complex nose with apricot and nectarine brushed by a dusty gravel element and just a hint of floral perfume

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Laing

Groendruif (Semillon)

Bright citrus aromas of lime and lemon underpin nectarine abundance.

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Parel Vallei Farmstead

Merlot

Attractive cherry fruitcake and black berry aromas tinged with a faint hint of choc mint.

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Riebeeksrivier

Syrah

Aromatics of Fynbos with herbaceous whiffs, extending to plum and dark fruit characteristics on the nose. Hints of lavender are evident too.

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Riebeeksrivier

Southern Slopes

Appealing spicy dark fruit: black cherry with cedar and a hint of tobacco.

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Riebeeksrivier

Western Slopes

Appealing aromas of spicy fruitcake, black cherry, blackcurrant and cedar.

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Basson

Pinotage

Bold raspberry and youngberry aromas which mingle with a deeper leather nuance.

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Sneeuwkrans

Pinot Noir

Delicate hints of rose petal with bright red berries and persistent palate.

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Join us for a Homegrown Black Truffle-inspired Lunch

The harvest has been sizeable enough for us to share some of it with you. We invite you to join us for a black truffle, or black gold (as it’s known) inspired four-course meal, paired with wines produced from Altima vines.

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We’ve made our full wine portfolio available for sale online. Selling directly from the farm we guarantee provenance and cellar door prices throughout. Wine club members receive discounted prices and exclusive offers.

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We confirm that the following protocols against Covid19 are in place:

 

  • All staff members, contractors, suppliers and guests are temperature screened upon arrival at the Estate.
  • Face masks are required for staff members, guides & travelers in public areas.
  • Staff members have received the required  Covid19 training, and are issued with all necessary PPE.
  • Hand sanitizer is available to all travelers and staff in numerous contact points.
  • High-traffic areas are regularly sanitized throughout the day.
  • Gear/equipment is sanitized between use.
  • Guest transportation vehicles are sanitized between each use.
  • Contactless payments options available in our Visitors facilities.
  • Spacious seating arrangements are available in all guest areas.
  • The Estate has a paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms.
  • Group visits are restricted to no more than 10 guests at this time, and a maximum of 20 guests are permitted per venue per hour.

 

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