The Winery Simonsig of Stellenbosch of Western Cape

Winery Simonsig
The winery offers 75 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.8.
It is ranked in the top 29 of the estates of Western Cape.
It is located in Stellenbosch in the region of Western Cape

The Winery Simonsig is one of the world's great estates. It offers 75 wines for sale in of Stellenbosch to come and discover on site or to buy online.

Located in the heart of the picturesque and historic region of Stellenbosch in South Africa, Simonsig Estate is a must-visit vineyard for all wine enthusiasts. Spanning over 300 hectares, the estate offers its visitors an exceptional wine experience that goes well beyond the tasting of exquisite wines. Founded by the Malan family in 1968, Simonsig Estate has a rich history and is recognized as one of the pioneers of the South African wine industry. Frans Malan, the founder of the estate, was one of the key figures in the wine revolution in South Africa. Today, his sons have taken up the torch, perpetuating the family's winemaking tradition while bringing bold innovations to the production and marketing of their wines. The estate stands out for its commitment to producing top-quality wines, a tribute to the diversity and richness of the soils of Stellenbosch. The range of wines from Simonsig Estate includes full-bodied reds, refreshing whites, and Cap Classiques, the name given to traditional champagne methods in South Africa. The landscape of the Simonsig Estate is a true celebration of the natural beauty of the Stellenbosch region. The vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see, framed by the majestic Simonsberg mountain to the west, and the view over the farmland and surrounding mountains to the east is simply breathtaking. Simonsig Estate is not just a major producer of South African wines: it’s also a welcoming place for visitors from around the world.

Top Winery Simonsig wines

Looking for the best Winery Simonsig wines in Stellenbosch among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Simonsig 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 Simonsig wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Winery Simonsig

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Simonsig

How Winery Simonsig wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, game (deer, venison) or poultry such as recipes of beef coarse salt, rabbit with goat cheese and mint or yakitori chicken (japanese).

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Simonsig

On the nose the red wine of Winery Simonsig. often reveals types of flavors of cream, tar or fig and sometimes also flavors of dark fruit, cedar or savory. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Simonsig. is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Simonsig

  • 2004With an average score of 4.13/5
  • 2002With an average score of 4.12/5
  • 2005With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 1999With an average score of 4.06/5
  • 2000With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2003With an average score of 3.96/5

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

  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Pinotage
  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Merlot
  • Cabernet Franc
  • Mourvedre

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 white wines of Winery Simonsig

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Simonsig

How Winery Simonsig wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, spicy food or lean fish such as recipes of penne with shrimp and zucchini, pho soup or cod crumble with coconut milk.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Simonsig

On the nose the white wine of Winery Simonsig. often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, lime zest or oak and sometimes also flavors of vegetal, microbio or earth. In the mouth the white wine of Winery Simonsig. is a with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Simonsig

  • 2023With an average score of 3.82/5
  • 2022With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2021With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.77/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.72/5
  • 2011With an average score of 3.70/5

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

  • Chenin Blanc
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Chardonnay
  • Gewürztraminer
  • Sémillon
  • Roussanne

Discover the grape variety: Colombard

Colombard is one of the oldest grape varieties in the Charentes. This golden white grape variety is a cross between Chenin and Gouais. The young leaves of colombard are yellow with bronze patches. The adult leaves may be three-lobed or whole, depending on the variety. Its branches are cottony. The bunches of this variety are thick and cylindrical. Its elliptical berries are medium-sized. They change color until they ripen, ranging from greenish white to golden yellow. Colombard is associated with an average budding. It is particularly susceptible to leafhoppers, grape worms, mites, mildew, powdery mildew and gray mold. It is also sensitive to water stress, but is not very sensitive to wind. It ripens late in the second half of the year. There are a dozen approved clones of Colombard, the best known of which are 608, 607 and 606. This variety produces a full-bodied, fine white wine. Aromas of lime, nectarine, boxwood, citrus and exotic fruits are released.

The top sparkling wines of Winery Simonsig

Food and wine pairings with a sparkling wine of Winery Simonsig

How Winery Simonsig wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of veal, pork or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of aiguillette of duck with honey, english breakfast or forest rabbit.

Organoleptic analysis of sparkling wines of Winery Simonsig

On the nose the sparkling wine of Winery Simonsig. often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, spices or straw and sometimes also flavors of yeast, baked apple or non oak. In the mouth the sparkling wine of Winery Simonsig. is a with a nice vivacity and a fine and pleasant bubble.

The best vintages in the sparkling wines of Winery Simonsig

  • 2005With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2020With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2021With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2014With an average score of 3.84/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2022With an average score of 3.80/5

The grape varieties most used in the sparkling wines of Winery Simonsig.

  • Pinot Noir
  • Chardonnay
  • Pinot Meunier
  • Pinotage
  • Pinot Blanc

The word of the wine: Sulphites

Chemical compounds derived from sulphur (better known in the wine world as SO2) and used by winemakers for their antiseptic, antioxidant and antioxidant properties.

The top sweet wines of Winery Simonsig

Food and wine pairings with a sweet wine of Winery Simonsig

How Winery Simonsig wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, lean fish or fruity desserts such as recipes of lobster tail armorican style, fillets of sole in a creamy sauce with autumn vegetables or rice with milk.

Organoleptic analysis of sweet wines of Winery Simonsig

On the nose the sweet wine of Winery Simonsig. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of oak, tree fruit or citrus fruit.

The best vintages in the sweet wines of Winery Simonsig

  • 2010With an average score of 4.12/5
  • 2011With an average score of 4.02/5
  • 2016With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2014With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2015With an average score of 3.85/5
  • 2013With an average score of 3.80/5

The grape varieties most used in the sweet wines of Winery Simonsig.

  • Chenin Blanc
  • Colombard
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Sémillon
  • Muscat Ottonel
  • Gewürztraminer

Discover the grape variety: Pinotage

An intraspecific cross between pinot noir and cinsaut called hermitage, obtained in South Africa in 1925 by Professor Abraham Izak Perold. Since then, it has been propagated in Africa, New Zealand, Australia, the United States (California), Canada, Brazil, Israel, etc. In France, it is practically unknown, although it is registered in the Official Catalogue of Vine Varieties on the A1 list. - Synonymy: none to date (for all the synonyms of the varieties, click here!).

The top pink wines of Winery Simonsig

Food and wine pairings with a pink wine of Winery Simonsig

How Winery Simonsig wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of game (deer, venison), shellfish or poultry such as recipes of duck stew with cahors wine, shrimp, coconut and ginger soup or cauliflower croque-monsieur.

Organoleptic analysis of pink wines of Winery Simonsig

On the nose the pink wine of Winery Simonsig. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of vegetal, oak or tree fruit. In the mouth the pink wine of Winery Simonsig. is a .

The best vintages in the pink wines of Winery Simonsig

  • 2017With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2015With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2014With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2020With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2016With an average score of 3.70/5

The grape varieties most used in the pink wines of Winery Simonsig.

  • Chenin Blanc
  • Pinotage

The word of the wine: Reduction

A physiological and chemical phenomenon that occurs in wine in the absence of oxygen. The smell of reduction is characterized by animal and sometimes fetid notes that disappear in principle with aeration. It is recommended to decant reduced wines.

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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.

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The word of the wine: Sulphites

Chemical compounds derived from sulphur (better known in the wine world as SO2) and used by winemakers for their antiseptic, antioxidant and antioxidant properties.

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