South Africa | Franschhoek Wine Valley

The Franschhoek Wine Valley in South Africa

The fertile Franschhoek Wine Valley is home to some of South Africa’s most famous noble grape cultivars and classic wine styles. These range from superb whites such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Sémillon and Chenin Blanc, to the full-bodied reds of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Pinot Noir and Merlot. The Franschhoek wine district also produces some of the country’s most extraordinary Méthode Cap Classique sparkling wines. 

The district of Franschhoek has retained a lot of its distinct French Huguenot character and most of the farms still bear their original French names, some complete with a spectacular Cape Dutch homestead, towering oaks and rolling vineyards. 

The region is located to the southeast of Paarl and is enclosed on three sides by towering mountains: the Groot Drakenstein and Franschhoek mountains which meet at the top of the valley and the Klein Drakenstein and Simonsberg mountains, found further down towards Paarl. Streams from the higher peaks flow down to the valley floor where they converge to form the Berg River, fast-flowing in winter when snow caps the peaks and a mere stream in summer, fed by the Wemmershoek Dam.

Within the Franschhoek Wine Valley there is an array of wine cellars, ranging from small boutique wineries creating unique wine styles to larger cellars producing a wide range of cosmopolitan wines.

In addition to the quality wine production, Franschhoek is regarded as the culinary capital of the Cape and is a member of The Délice Network of Good Food Cities of the World. It has also established itself as one of the country's premier art destinations with numerous art galleries, installation's and resident artists.

Discover the Franschhoek Wine Valley

Anthonij Rupert OPTIMA 2020
Anthonij Rupert OPTIMA 2020

From £22.00

A brilliant red Bordeaux blend with a label not too dissimilar to a famous French 1st Growth...Read More...
The Wolftrap Red 2022
The Wolftrap Red 2022

From £10.50

A juicy, savoury Mediterranean red blend of Syrah & Mourvèdre alongside a dash of Viognier...Read More...
The Wolftrap White 2021
The Wolftrap White 2021

From £10.50

 An easy-drinking white, yet with enough sophistication to enjoy with complex dishes...Read More...
Boekenhoutskloof Semillon 2021
Boekenhoutskloof Semillon 2021

£43.00

An intensely complex, well-structured wine with unbelievable ageing potential...Read More...
Leeu Passant Dry Red Wine 2017
Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2016
Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2016

From £42.00

Syrah specialist Bokenhoutskloof produce arguably one of the Cape's finest expressions that sells out on release...Read More...
Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons Classique 2020
Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons Classique 2020

From £18.00

A highly sought-after, brilliant Bordeaux blend with a captivating, smooth & silky texture...Read More...