The Winery Raats of Stellenbosch of Western Cape

Winery Raats
The winery offers 23 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.9.
It is ranked in the top 26 of the estates of Western Cape.
It is located in Stellenbosch in the region of Western Cape

The Winery Raats is one of the world's great estates. It offers 23 wines for sale in of Stellenbosch to come and discover on site or to buy online.

Located in the picturesque Stellenbosch valley in South Africa, the Raats wine estate is a premium vineyard specializing in Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc varieties. Nestled in the heart of the Jonkershoek mountains, this vineyard covers a considerable area of 25 hectares spread over different plots in the Cape wine region. The Raats wine estate is a prominent wine producer, internationally renowned for its steadfast commitment to quality. The philosophy of this estate is based on a combination of tried and tested traditions and creative innovations. These principles are clearly reflected in the vineyard's ongoing concern for ecology, with a careful selection of grape varieties that are particularly suited to the unique microclimate of the region. The brainchild of renowned winemaker Bruwer Raats, this family estate is recognized for its extraordinary singular wines that reflect the unique heritage and terroir of Stellenbosch. The wines are made with particular attention to barrel aging, berry quality, and the rigorous fermentation process. A visit to the estate is an experience in itself. From the wine-making process to tasting, visitors are immersed in the art of viticulture. The cellar offers a fascinating insight into the art and science behind each bottle, while the friendly and knowledgeable staff willingly share their passion for wine. The Raats wine estate can boast numerous distinctions and awards, constantly attesting to its dedication to excellence. The wines produced by Raats are well balanced and flavorful, offering a robustness and complexity that can be enjoyed now or after several years of aging in the cellar.

Top Winery Raats wines

Looking for the best Winery Raats wines in Stellenbosch among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Raats wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Winery Raats wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top white wines of Winery Raats

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Raats

How Winery Raats wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, spicy food or lean fish such as recipes of mussels with white wine and tomato, chicken with courgettes and curry or fish soup.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Raats

On the nose the white wine of Winery Raats. often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, cream or grapefruit and sometimes also flavors of oaky, tropical or citrus. In the mouth the white wine of Winery Raats. is a with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Raats

  • 2023With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2022With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2008With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2021With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2016With an average score of 3.81/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.81/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery Raats.

  • Chenin Blanc
  • Sauvignon Blanc

Discovering the wine region of Stellenbosch

The wine region of Stellenbosch is located in the region of Coastal Region of Western Cape of South Africa. We currently count 582 estates and châteaux in the of Stellenbosch, producing 3443 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Stellenbosch go well with generally quite well with dishes .

The top red wines of Winery Raats

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Raats

How Winery Raats wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of daube niçoise, tajine of merguez and potatoes or duck breast with honey and raspberry vinegar.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Raats

On the nose the red wine of Winery Raats. often reveals types of flavors of cherry, oaky or smoke and sometimes also flavors of earthy, blackberry or blueberry. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Raats. is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Raats

  • 2004With an average score of 4.30/5
  • 2006With an average score of 4.25/5
  • 2007With an average score of 4.15/5
  • 2009With an average score of 4.13/5
  • 2008With an average score of 4.12/5
  • 2012With an average score of 4.06/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery Raats.

  • Cabernet Franc
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Malbec
  • Petit Verdot
  • Pinot Noir
  • Cinsault

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.

Discover other wineries and winemakers neighboring the Winery Raats

Planning a wine route in the of Stellenbosch? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of wines similar to Winery Raats.

Discover the grape variety: Cabernet franc

Cabernet Franc is one of the oldest red grape varieties in Bordeaux. The Libourne region is its terroir where it develops best. The terroirs of Saint-Emilion and Fronsac allow it to mature and develop its best range of aromas. It is also the majority in many blends. The very famous Château Cheval Blanc, for example, uses 60% Cabernet Franc. The wines produced with Cabernet Franc are medium in colour with fine tannins and subtle aromas of small red fruits and spices. When blended with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it brings complexity and a bouquet of aromas to the wine. It produces fruity wines that can be drunk quite quickly, but whose great vintages can be kept for a long time. It is an earlier grape variety than Cabernet Sauvignon, which means that it is planted as far north as the Loire Valley. In Anjou, it is also used to make sweet rosé wines. Cabernet Franc is now used in some twenty countries in Europe and throughout the world.