The Winery Waterkloof of Stellenbosch of Western Cape

Winery Waterkloof
The winery offers 28 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.8.
It is ranked in the top 369 of the estates of Western Cape.
It is located in Stellenbosch in the region of Western Cape
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The Winery Waterkloof is one of the best wineries to follow in Stellenbosch.. It offers 28 wines for sale in of Stellenbosch to come and discover on site or to buy online.

Located in the renowned wine region of Stellenbosch, South Africa, the Waterkloof Estate is a veritable paradise for wine enthusiasts. Combining the art of traditional winemaking with a modern ecological sensibility, this estate is much more than a simple vineyard: it is a sensory and visual tasting experience. The Waterkloof Estate is the very embodiment of biodynamic viticulture, which goes far beyond simple organic wine. This large estate of 120 hectares relies on a balanced ecosystem where all living beings, from the soil to insects and animals, are respected. The vineyard goes even further by using horses for soil work to minimize impact on the earth, and by collecting rainwater for irrigation. Located on the slopes of the Schapenberg mountain, the terroir of the Waterkloof Estate is a complex mix of decomposed granite and shale, creating a unique environment for the cultivation of vines. This terroir, combined with a Mediterranean climate, gives their wines a distinctive minerality and complexity. Among the vines, one can find a variety of grape varieties, including Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The wines of the Waterkloof Estate are renowned for their freshness, elegance, and balance, each sip being an intense declaration of love for nature and an authentic expression of the South African terroir. The estate offers an immersive tour for its visitors. The futuristic building housing the tasting room provides a panoramic view of the vineyards and the distant ocean.

Top Winery Waterkloof wines

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

The top red wines of Winery Waterkloof

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Waterkloof

How Winery Waterkloof wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of baked lasagna, lamb curl or veal blanquette à l'ancienne.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Waterkloof

On the nose the red wine of Winery Waterkloof. often reveals types of flavors of tobacco, non oak or earth and sometimes also flavors of oak, red fruit or cherry. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Waterkloof. is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Waterkloof

  • 2012With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2020With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2013With an average score of 3.87/5
  • 2010With an average score of 3.86/5
  • 2011With an average score of 3.81/5

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

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

Discovering the wine region of Stellenbosch

Showcase of the South African vineyard: signature Cabernet Sauvignon as king red — structured and age-worthy with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, tobacco and a menthol touch, firm tannins. Emblematic national Pinotage (created 1925) opulent and smoky (blackberry, coffee, leather). Fleshy Shiraz, supple Merlot as complement. Vibrant Chenin Blanc, ample Chardonnay and lively Sauvignon in whites.

Western Cape district (1679), Mediterranean climate tempered by False Bay, granitic soils.

The top white wines of Winery Waterkloof

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Waterkloof

How Winery Waterkloof wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, spicy food or lean fish such as recipes of fideuà (paella with pasta and fish), couscous from the sea or aïoli.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Waterkloof

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

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Waterkloof

  • 2011With an average score of 3.96/5
  • 2013With an average score of 3.95/5
  • 2009With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2010With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.88/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.85/5

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

  • Chenin Blanc
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Chardonnay
  • Viognier

Discover the grape variety: Sauvignon blanc

Originally from Bordeaux, Sauvignon, or Sauvignon Blanc, is reputed to be one of the best French grape varieties for white wine. It is a white grape variety, not to be confused with Sauvignon Gris and its pale yellow color, or with Cabernet Sauvignon which produces red wines. Particularly famous thanks to Sancerre, Sauvignon Blanc is cultivated as far as New Zealand, where it produces great wines whose reputation is well established.

The top sparkling wines of Winery Waterkloof

Food and wine pairings with a sparkling wine of Winery Waterkloof

How Winery Waterkloof wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of veal, pork or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of adapted vietnamese fondue, potjevleesch or wild rabbit with cider.

Organoleptic analysis of sparkling wines of Winery Waterkloof

On the nose the sparkling wine of Winery Waterkloof. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, microbio or oak and sometimes also flavors of tree fruit, citrus fruit or red fruit.

The best vintages in the sparkling wines of Winery Waterkloof

  • 2018With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.80/5

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

  • Pinot Noir

The word of the wine: Organoleptic

Elements, such as flavours and tactile sensations, that can stimulate a sensory receptor.

The top pink wines of Winery Waterkloof

Food and wine pairings with a pink wine of Winery Waterkloof

How Winery Waterkloof wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef such as recipes of blanquette of monkfish with small vegetables.

Organoleptic analysis of pink wines of Winery Waterkloof

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

The best vintages in the pink wines of Winery Waterkloof

  • 2010With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2020With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2014With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2011With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.80/5

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

  • Mourvedre

Discover the grape variety: Viognier

White Viognier is a grape variety that originated in France (Rhone Valley). 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 small bunches, and grapes of small size. White Viognier can be found in many vineyards: South West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Rhone Valley, Burgundy, Jura, Champagne, Savoie & Bugey, Provence & Corsica, Loire Valley, Beaujolais.

Discover other wineries and winemakers neighboring the Winery Waterkloof

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 Waterkloof.

Discover the grape variety: Petit Verdot

Petit Verdot noir is a grape variety that originated in France (southwest). 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 small bunches and small grapes. Petit Verdot noir can be found in several vineyards: South-West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Rhone valley, Provence & Corsica, Loire valley, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais, Armagnac.