The best wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Discover the best wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch of Western Cape as well as the best winemakers of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch and estates of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch to visit. Explore the popular grape varieties of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch and the best vintages to taste in this region.

Top wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch by region

Looking for a good wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch of Western Cape among the top wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be appropriate with these exceptional wines. Learn more about the region and the wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch with technical and enological descriptions.

Great red wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

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Food and wine pairing with a red wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

Red wines from the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, game (deer, venison) or poultry such as recipes of kig ar farz breton, duck stew with cahors wine or chicken blanquette.

Organoleptic analysis of red wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

On the nose the red wine of the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of oak, spices or red fruit. In the mouth the red wine of the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch. is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

The best vintages in red wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

  • 2005With an average score of 4.33/5
  • 2014With an average score of 4.15/5
  • 2016With an average score of 4.08/5
  • 2015With an average score of 4.02/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.99/5
  • 2007With an average score of 3.96/5

The most used grape varieties in red wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

  • Merlot
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Pinotage
  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Petit Verdot
  • Cabernet Franc

The best wineries and winemakers for red wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

A wine route planned in the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best red wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch.

    Discovering the wine region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

    The wine region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch is located in the region of Stellenbosch of Western Cape of South Africa. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Delheim or the Domaine Remhoogte produce mainly wines red, white and sparkling. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch are Merlot, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Pinotage, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch often reveals types of flavors of black fruit, non oak or earth and sometimes also flavors of oak, red fruit or microbio.

    In the mouth of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch is a powerful with a nice freshness. We currently count 14 estates and châteaux in the of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch, producing 38 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, game (deer, venison) or poultry.

    Great white wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

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    Food and wine pairing with a white wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

    White wines from the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch go well with generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, spicy food or lean fish such as recipes of salt and pepper shrimp, traditional lamb couscous (from algeria) or baked sea bass fillets.

    Organoleptic analysis of white wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

    On the nose the white wine of the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch. often reveals types of flavors of earth, microbio or vegetal and sometimes also flavors of oak, tree fruit or citrus fruit. In the mouth the white wine of the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch. is a with a nice freshness.

    The best vintages in white wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

    • 2017With an average score of 4.25/5
    • 2018With an average score of 4.17/5
    • 2019With an average score of 4.02/5
    • 2015With an average score of 4.01/5
    • 2010With an average score of 4.00/5
    • 2016With an average score of 3.97/5

    The most used grape varieties in white wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

    • Chenin Blanc
    • Sauvignon Blanc
    • Grenache Blanc
    • Chardonnay
    • Roussanne

    The best wineries and winemakers for white wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

    A wine route planned in the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best white wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch.

      Discover the grape variety: Cinsault

      Cinsaut noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Provence). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by large bunches and large grapes. Cinsaut noir can be found in several vineyards: South-West, Cognac, Bordeaux, Provence & Corsica, Rhône valley, Languedoc & Roussillon, Loire valley, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais, Armagnac.

      Great sparkling wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

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      Food and wine pairing with a sparkling wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

      Sparkling wines from the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch go well with generally quite well with dishes of veal, pork or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of roast veal orloff with mushrooms, gratin of fresh chard (green and ribs) or ramen (noodle) soup.

      Organoleptic analysis of sparkling wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

      On the nose the sparkling wine of the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, microbio or oak and sometimes also flavors of tree fruit, citrus fruit.

      The best vintages in sparkling wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

      • 2008With an average score of 3.90/5
      • 2010With an average score of 3.70/5
      • 0With an average score of 3.70/5

      The most used grape varieties in sparkling wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

      • Chardonnay
      • Pinot Noir

      The word of the wine: Champagne rosé

      Often obtained by adding red wines (from Champagne), it is even the only vineyard where this practice is allowed. Some producers prefer the practice used in other regions, i.e. a short maceration to extract sufficient colouring matter. This results in winey rosés for meals. Elegant aperitif rosé is more often made from red wine coloured Chardonnay. Rosés can be vintage or non vintage.

      Great pink wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

      See the top 100 best pink wines of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

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      Food and wine pairing with a pink wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

      Pink wines from the region of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch go well with generally quite well with dishes such as recipes .

      The best vintages in pink wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

      • 0With an average score of 3.40/5

      The most used grape varieties in pink wine of Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

      • Cinsault

      Discover the grape variety: Chenin blanc

      It most certainly originates from the Anjou region and is registered in the official catalogue of wine grape varieties on the A1 list. It can also be found in South Africa, Australia, Argentina, Chile, the United States (California), New Zealand, etc. It is said to be a descendant of Savagnin and to have sauvignonasse as its second parent (Jean-Michel Boursiquot 2019). On the other hand, Chenin blanc is the half-brother of verdelho and sauvignon blanc and is the father of colombard.