Holden Manz Franschhoek – Red wines with depth, finesse and elegance
Characterful blends with precision and international fine-wine appeal
Holden Manz is recognised as one of Franschhoek’s distinctive boutique estates, producing red wines and blends that combine depth, precision and elegance.
Big G and Visionaire play a defining role in shaping the estate’s profile as polished Bordeaux-inspired blends with distinctive character. The soils and unique Franschhoek microclimate contribute finesse, tension and recognisable identity.
The portfolio ranges from approachable estate wines to more layered premium releases with ageing potential, offering a clear framework for different preferences and occasions.
Rothko Rosé
- Holden Manz Wine Estate
- rosé wine - dry
- South Africa - Franschhoek
- Grenache Noir - blend
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 87 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€19.93* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Merlot Reserve
- Holden Manz Wine Estate
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Franschhoek
- Merlot
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 93 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€69.33* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Vernissage
- Holden Manz Wine Estate
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Franschhoek
- Shiraz/Syrah - blend
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 88 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€15.00* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Reserve Semillon
- Holden Manz Wine Estate
- White wine - dry
- South Africa - Franschhoek
- Semillon
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 93 Punkte
- Winemagazine South Africa 2025: 91 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€45.13* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Cabernet Franc Reserve
- Holden Manz Wine Estate
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Franschhoek
- Cabernet Franc
- John Platter: 5 Sterne / 95 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€90.47* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Proprietors' Red Blend
- Holden Manz Wine Estate
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Cabernet Sauvignon - blend
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 90 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€31.80* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Syrah Reserve
- Holden Manz Wine Estate
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Franschhoek
- Shiraz/Syrah
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 93 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€86.47* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Vineyard Holden Manz Wine Estate
Holden Manz in Franschhoek – origin and style
Holden Manz is regarded as one of Franschhoek’s boutique fine-wine estates, shaped by a clear focus on precision, origin expression and elegant structure. Diverse soils and the valley’s distinctive microclimate support wines with depth and balance.
An important part of the estate’s identity is the connection between artisanal precision, artistic sensibility and terroir-driven style.
Big G and Visionaire as defining signatures
Big G and Visionaire stand as central reference points within the portfolio, expressing a style that combines concentration, finesse and polished elegance.
Big G, in particular, is recognised as the estate’s flagship blend and reinforces its fine-wine identity.
These blends give the estate a distinctive profile with strong recognisability.
Range and style
From approachable estate wines to more layered premium releases, the range offers versatile options for different occasions. Depth, precision and balance remain central throughout.
This makes the portfolio intuitive to navigate while appealing to those who value characterful fine-wine blends.
A South African estate with international standing
Holden Manz combines South African origin with an international fine-wine orientation and appeals to those who appreciate structured and elegant red wines.
For those looking to explore Franschhoek wines with depth, tension and polished style, Holden Manz offers a focused portfolio with strong identity.
Vineyard facts
- Year of established:
- 2010
- Address:
- Green Valley Rd, Franschhoek, 7690
- Geo data address:
- -33.93505578749049, 19.115106515777857
- Acreage:
- 16 ha
- Our recommendation:
- Holden Manz Chenin Blanc
- Why you should visit:
- Tastings focused on Big G, Visionaire and reserve wines
- Enjoy the tasting venue or riverside picnics in the Franschhoek valley
- Discover the country house, art collection and refined estate setting
- Visit a boutique fine-wine estate with a distinctive Franschhoek identity
- Phone:
- +27 (0)21 876 2738
- Vineyard website:
- https://holdenmanz.com/