Excellent wines from Tim Atkin
The new report celebrates a country that is more sustainable, more diverse and better than ever before. Discover Atkin 2025's top-rated wines now - from honest everyday heroes to old-vine classics.
When British Master of Wine Tim Atkin publishes his annual South Africa Special Report, the wine world listens closely. This year's Report 2025 is a passionate plea for a country that has not only become better in recent years, but also broader.
Atkin describes a South Africa that has reinvented itself - from large co-operatives to small family businesses. Today, over 2,000 producers contribute to a diversity that is unrivalled. Many of them are working more sustainably than ever, with regenerative methods, old vines and a new awareness of origin and nature.
Winegrowers such as Spier, Rustenberg, Waterkloof, Van Loveren and Kleine Zalze - all names that can also be found in our range - symbolise this change. They create wines that show character and identity while remaining affordable and accessible.
According to Atkin, the contribution of the Old Vine Project movement is particularly impressive. Old vines are now producing some of the most exciting and characterful wines in the country - wines that combine depth, balance and authenticity. Producers such as Perdeberg, Mullineux, Thorne & Daughters, Sadie Family Wines, Bellingham, Damascene and Stellenrust show just how diverse this treasure trove of old vines can be interpreted - from fresh Chenin to complex cuvées.
According to Atkin, the 2025 vintage is considered one of the best of the last decade: ideal conditions, healthy vines, balanced freshness and structure. "South Africa is making the best wines in its history," he summarises.
In short: South Africa has found its balance. Quality, sustainability and enjoyment are no longer mutually exclusive - they belong together.
Méthode Cap Classique Brut Rosé
- Graham Beck Wines
- Schaumwein - off dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Pinot Noir
- Sommeliers Selection 2015 List: Trophy Winner
- John Platter:4 stars
- Tim Atkin 2018: 89 points
- Veritas Awards 2018: Gold
Content: 0.75 Liter (€22.47* / 1 Liter)
Méthode Cap Classique Brut
- Graham Beck Wines
- Schaumwein - off dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Pinot Noir
- John Platter: 4 stars
- Tim Atkin 2018: 90 points
- Vinordic Wine Challenge 2017: Best value for money and golden trophy
- Veritas Awards 2018: Silver
Content: 0.75 Liter (€23.27* / 1 Liter)
Brut Rosé Méthode Cap Classique
- Boschendal
- Schaumwein - dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Pinotage
- Tim Atkin 2020: 91 points
Content: 0.75 Liter (€26.53* / 1 Liter)
The Chocolate Block
- Boekenhoutskloof
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Swartland
- Viognier
- John Platter: 4.5 stars / 93 points
Content: 0.75 Liter (€30.53* / 1 Liter)
Cape Tawny Limited Release
- De Krans
- Fortified - sweet
- South Africa - Calitzdorp
- Touriga Nacional
- John Platter: 4.5 stars
- Robert Parker: 87 points
- Tim Atkin 2018: 89 points
- Veritas Awards 2018: Silver
Content: 0.75 Liter (€26.60* / 1 Liter)
Méthode Cap Classique Brut Rosé
- Kleine Zalze
- Schaumwein - off dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Pinot Noir
- John Platter: 4 stars
- Amorim Cork Classique Challenge 2015: Gold
- The Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards 2016: Gold
Content: 0.75 Liter (€23.93* / 1 Liter)
Coastal Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc
- Delaire Graff
- White wine - dry
- South Africa - Coastal Region
- Semillon
- John Platter: 4.5 stars / 92 points
Content: 0.75 Liter (€20.67* / 1 Liter)
The Mint Cabernet Sauvignon
- Thelema Mountain Vineyards
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- John Platter: 4 stars / 88 points
- Tim Atkin 2018: 94 points
Content: 0.75 Liter (€43.93* / 1 Liter)
Reserve Red Blend
- Glenelly Estate
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Shiraz/Syrah
- John Platter: 4.5 stars / 94 points
- Tim Atkin 2018: 93 points
- Vinous 2018: 91 points
- Wine Magazine South Africa 2018: 91 points
Content: 0.75 Liter (€21.93* / 1 Liter)
Thelema Grenache Rosé
- Thelema Mountain Vineyards
- rosé wine - dry
- South Africa - Elgin
- Grenache Noir
- John Platter: 3 stars / 81 points
Content: 0.75 Liter (€14.60* / 1 Liter)
Méthode Cap Classique
- Pongracz
- Schaumwein - off dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Pinot Noir
- John Platter: 4 stars
- Tim Atkin 2018: 87 points
- Veritas Awards 2018: Silver
Content: 0.75 Liter (€19.80* / 1 Liter)
Auret
- Clos Malverne
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Merlot
- John Platter: 4.5 stars "Volume 2016" A rating for the volume 2017 is not available until the Platter edition 2020!
Content: 0.75 Liter (€26.53* / 1 Liter)