Wines

Key Product Facts:

• Varietal: 100% Merlot
• Origin: Franschhoek Valley, South Africa
• Producer: Holden Manz Wine Estate
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Winemaking: Grapes are individually hand-selected and spontaneously fermented with wild yeast. The wine is aged for 22 months in 70% new French oak barrels, showcasing meticulous attention to detail.
• Awards: The 2021 vintage was awarded Gold at the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards.
• Flavor Profile: A rich bouquet of black cherry, blackberry, and subtle cedar leads to a full-bodied palate. Ripe black fruits and plum on entry give way to a complex mid-palate and a luxurious mocha finish, all framed by soft, velvety tannins.
• Food Pairings: The perfect partner for roasted lamb, beef, venison, or an aged Comté cheese.

A vibrant and mineral-driven expression of South African Syrah. The Waterkloof Syrah 2023 captures the purity of its coastal terroir with a beautifully restrained style. With a focus on elegance over power, it offers layers of bright red fruit, savory spice, and a distinctive graphite minerality. A perfect choice for those who appreciate Syrah with finesse and a true sense of place.

Key Product Facts:

• Varietal: 100% Syrah
• Origin: Schapenberg, Helderberg, Coastal Region, South Africa
• Producer: Waterkloof Estate
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Farming: Certified biodynamic and organic farming practices.
• Winemaking: Grapes are hand-harvested from high-altitude, wind-swept vineyards. The wine is fermented with natural yeasts and aged in large, neutral oak foudres to allow the fruit and mineral characters to shine.
• Flavor Profile: Aromatic notes of fresh red cherry, raspberry, and black pepper, with a subtle floral lift and a prominent streak of crushed stone. The palate is medium-bodied and focused, with fine-grained tannins and a long, savory finish.
• Food Pairings: Pairs wonderfully with roasted lamb, grilled vegetables, coq au vin, and dishes with a hint of spice.

A living piece of South African winemaking history. “The Last of The First” Pinotage is made from the single remaining block of the first-ever commercial Pinotage plantings. It’s an elegant, graceful, and perfumed expression of the grape, showcasing a style that is a world away from the ordinary and a true tribute to its legendary origins.

Key Product Facts:

• Varietal: 100% Pinotage
• Origin: Schapenberg Hill, Coastal Region, South Africa
• Producer: False Bay Vineyards (Waterkloof Estate)
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• History: Made from the last remaining single vineyard block from the first-ever commercial Pinotage planting in 1941.
• Flavor Profile: An elegant and sophisticated Pinotage with notes of lifted mulberry and wild damson, complemented by savory, earthy undertones. The palate is beautifully balanced with finely integrated tannins and a long, graceful finish.
• Food Pairings: The wine’s elegance makes it a versatile partner for a variety of dishes, including roasted poultry, duck, venison, or flavorful mushroom-based dishes

Key Product Facts:

• Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Origin: Franschhoek Valley, South Africa
• Producer: Holden Manz Wine Estate
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Winemaking: Matured for 24 months in a combination of new and used French oak barrels to impart complexity and fine texture.
• Flavor Profile: An intense nose of cassis, dark plum, and blackberry, with subtle notes of clove and cedar. The palate is rich and full-bodied, with a dense core of fruit framed by beautifully integrated tannins and a long, savory finish.
• Food Pairings: The perfect partner for wood-grilled steak, roasted lamb, venison, or other robust red meat dishes.
• Cellaring: Built to be enjoyed now but has the structure and depth to age gracefully for 5-10 years.

An extraordinary Sauvignon Blanc that defies convention. The Waterkloof 2023 is a flagship white wine of stunning purity and complexity, born from a single, windswept vineyard block on the Schapenberg. Elegant, mineral-driven, and with remarkable aging potential, it is the ultimate expression of its unique coastal terroir.

Key Product Facts:

• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Origin: Schapenberg, Helderberg, Coastal Region, South Africa
• Producer: Waterkloof Estate (Biodynamic and organic)
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Winemaking: Fermented with wild yeasts in old French oak barrels and aged on its lees to build a complex, textured palate. Minimal intervention throughout the process.
• Awards: Awarded 92/100 by respected wine critic Tim Atkin MW.
• Flavor Profile: Aromatic notes of citrus, green melon, and subtle gooseberry are complemented by a prominent flinty or “wet stone” minerality. The palate is exceptionally elegant, with a crisp acidity and a long, persistent finish.
• Food Pairings: The wine’s elegance and texture make it a superb partner for grilled fish, shellfish (especially oysters or langoustine), creamy seafood dishes, and goat cheese.

Key Product Facts:

• Varietal: A precise blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Cabernet Franc.
• Origin: Franschhoek Valley, South Africa
• Producer: Holden Manz Wine Estate
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Winemaking: Grapes from distinct parcels are hand-sorted and aged for 24 months in French oak barrels (20% new) to create a wine of great intricacy.
• Awards: The 2019 vintage was awarded 4 stars from the esteemed John Platter wine guide.
• Flavor Profile: A complex bouquet of red and black berries, pencil shavings, and spicy white pepper. The palate is elegant and focused, with a core of dark fruit beautifully balanced by refined, silky tannins and a hint of graphite minerality.
• Food Pairings: An ideal match for rosemary roasted lamb, fine fillet steak, or a classic beef roast.
• Cellaring: Built with the structure to age gracefully, it will continue to develop beautifully over the next 7-10 years.