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Stellenbosch wine region
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Cape's most renowned region.
Cape vineyards between two oceans, prized for Chenin Blanc, Pinotage and Bordeaux-style blends.
Notable producers in Stellenbosch
- Kanonkop
- Meerlust
- Rust en Vrede
- Rustenberg
- Ken Forrester
Stellenbosch wines to try
Kanonkop Pinotage
Stellenbosch · Simonsberg-Stellenbosch · Pinotage
South Africa's own grape: mulberry, plum, smoke and spice.
Food: Braai, game
Salt River Savage Sauvignon Blanc
Stellenbosch · Sauvignon Blanc
Crisp Cape Sauvignon with citrus and green herbs.
Food: Goat's cheese, salads
Meerlust Chardonnay
Burgundian-style Stellenbosch Chardonnay: citrus, oak and nuts.
Food: Chicken, crayfish
Meerlust Red
Stellenbosch · Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Classic Stellenbosch Bordeaux-style blend.
Food: Steak, lamb
Leeu Passant Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc
Stellenbosch · Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Old-vine Cape Cabernet blend: fine and savoury.
Food: Lamb, beef
Spirits from Stellenbosch
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