Kleine Zalze Estate – Estate Wines and Wine Culture from Stellenbosch
Origin, Varietal Diversity and Style
Kleine Zalze combines Stellenbosch origin with broad varietal diversity and a refined wine culture.
Diverse terroirs, mature vines and a clear quality philosophy shape wines of freshness, structure and expression of origin. From Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc to classically styled reds, the portfolio reflects the estate’s stylistic range.
For lovers of versatile estate wines with character and origin, Kleine Zalze stands for a distinctive wine culture shaped by authenticity and enjoyment.
Méthode Cap Classique Brut Rosé
- Kleine Zalze
- sparkling wine - off dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Pinot Noir - blend
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 87 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2022: 88 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€23.93* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Méthode Cap Classique Brut
- Kleine Zalze
- sparkling wine - off dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Chardonnay - blend
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 87 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2022: 87 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€23.93* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Cellar Selection Chenin Blanc
Average rating of 4 out of 5 stars
- Kleine Zalze
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Coastal Region
- Chenin Blanc
- Michelangelo Awards 2025: Gold
Content: 0.75 Litre (€11.73* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Vineyard Selection Chardonnay
Average rating of 4 out of 5 stars
- Kleine Zalze
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Chardonnay
- John Platter: 5 Stars / 95 Points
- Tim Atkin 2025: 91 Points
- Veritas Awards 2025: Silver
Content: 0.75 Litre (€16.60* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Cellar Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
- Kleine Zalze
- red wine - dry
- South Africa - Coastal Region
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- John Platter: 4 Stars / 88 Points
Content: 0.75 Litre (€13.67* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc
- Kleine Zalze
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Sauvignon Blanc
- John Platter: 3.5 Stars / 84 Points
Content: 0.75 Litre (€12.47* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Vineyard Selection Chenin Blanc
- Kleine Zalze
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Chenin Blanc
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 93 Punkte
- Winemagazine South Africa 2025: 94 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€17.93* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Family Reserve Chenin Blanc
- Kleine Zalze
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Chenin Blanc
- John Platter: 5 Stars / 96 Points
- Tim Atkin 2024: 93 Points
- Decanter Awards 2025: Silver
- Michelangelo Awards 2025: Gold
Content: 0.75 Litre (€30.47* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Cellar Selection Chardonnay
- Kleine Zalze
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Chardonnay
- John Platter: 3.5 Stars / 85 Points
Content: 0.75 Litre (€11.40* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Vineyard Selection Syrah
- Kleine Zalze
- red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Shiraz/Syrah
- John Platter: 4.5 Stars / 91 Points
- Tim Atkin 2025: 90 Points
- Veritas Awards 2025: Silver
- Winemagazine South Africa 2025: 93 Points
Content: 0.75 Litre (€18.93* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
- Kleine Zalze
- red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- John Platter: 4.5 stars / 93 points
- Tim Atkin 2024: 89 points
- Michelangelo Awards 2025: Double Gold
- Veritas Awards 2025: Double Gold
- Winemagazine South Africa 2024: 92 points
Content: 0.75 Litre (€46.47* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Méthode Cap Classique Vintage Brut
- Kleine Zalze
- sparkling wine - off dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Chardonnay - blend
- John Platter: 4 Stars / 88 Points
- Tim Atkin 2025: 92 Points
- Veritas Awards 2025: Double Gold
Content: 0.75 Litre (€33.33* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Vineyard Kleine Zalze
Kleine Zalze in Stellenbosch – Origin and Style
Kleine Zalze combines Stellenbosch origin with broad varietal expertise and a living wine culture. Diverse vineyard sites, precise vineyard work and a clear estate philosophy shape wines of balance, structure and expression of origin.
This stylistic identity unites classical wine quality with a modern Stellenbosch style.
Varietal Diversity and Estate Wines as Style-Defining Elements
From Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc to classically styled red wines, Kleine Zalze presents a broad stylistic spectrum with a clear focus on origin.
This diversity gives the estate a distinctive identity with strong recognition.
Portfolio and Style
From approachable estate wines to more refined bottlings, the portfolio offers versatile options for different drinking occasions. Balance, expression of origin and character remain central.
This supports orientation and selection for wine lovers seeking versatile white and red wines from Stellenbosch.
Wine and Hospitality with Unmistakable Character
Kleine Zalze unites South African origin with a refined culture of wine and hospitality.
For lovers of classically styled estate wines, Kleine Zalze represents an unmistakable signature with a strong sense of origin.
Vineyard facts
- Year of established:
- 1695
- Address:
- Strand Rd, De Zalze Golf Estate, Stellenbosch, 7600
- Geo data address:
- -33.97033212141194, 18.836089435779293
- Our recommendation:
- Kleine Zalze Vineyard Selection Chenin Blanc
- Why you should visit:
- A wide range of tasting experiences – from the Family Reserve to the Chenin Journey and Cabernet Journey – invites visitors to discover Kleine Zalze's award-winning wines
- The restaurant showcases seasonal farm-to-table cuisine, locally sourced ingredients and thoughtfully paired wines
- Sharing platters featuring cheese, charcuterie and regional delicacies perfectly complement the tasting experience beneath the vines or ancient oak trees
- Surrounded by the vineyards of Stellenbosch, Kleine Zalze combines award-winning wines, warm hospitality and authentic Winelands charm
- Phone:
- +27 (0)21 880 0717
- Vineyard website:
- https://kleinezalze.co.za/
References
- https://kleinezalze.co.za/