Waterkloof and Characterful Biodynamic Wines from Schapenberg
Maritime Highlands, Iconic Chenin and Precise Winemaking
Waterkloof ranks among the most distinctive quality estates on Schapenberg in Stellenbosch, combining biodynamic viticulture with maritime origin and precise fine-wine expertise.
Elevated vineyards above False Bay, cool Atlantic influence and sustainable farming shape wines of freshness, tension and remarkable depth of origin. Iconic Chenin and the Circumstance wines in particular define the estate’s unmistakable identity.
Wine lovers seeking South African origin wines with mineral precision, elegance and ageing potential will find a focused portfolio with distinctive character here.
False Bay Bush Vine Pinotage
- Waterkloof
- red wine - dry
- South Africa - Coastal Region
- Pinotage
- John Platter: 3.5 Stars / 84 Points
Content: 0.75 Litre (€8.73* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Circle of Life Red
- Waterkloof
- red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Petit Verdot - blend
- Jahrgang 2020 - John Platter: 4.5 Sterne
- Jahrgang 2020 - Tim Atkin 2022: 91 Punkte
- Jahrgang 2019 - John Platter: 5 Sterne
- Jahrgang 2019 - Tim Atkin 2021: 89 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€19.67* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
False Bay Peacock Wild Ferment Syrah
- Waterkloof
- red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Shiraz/Syrah
- John Platter: 3.5 Sterne / 85 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€9.40* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Astraeus Méthode Cap Classique Brut Rosé
- Waterkloof
- sparkling wine - dry
- South Africa - Elgin
- Pinot Noir
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 88 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2022: 89 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€33.27* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
False Bay Crystalline Chardonnay
- Waterkloof
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Coastal Region
- Chardonnay
- Jahrgang 2023 - John Platter: 3 Sterne
- Jahrgang 2022 - John Platter: 3.5 Sterne
Content: 0.75 Litre (€7.20* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Circumstance Viognier
- Waterkloof
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Viognier
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 89 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2024: 91 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€26.60* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Circumstance Sauvignon Blanc
- Waterkloof
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Sauvignon Blanc
- John Platter: 4 Stars / 88 Points
- Tim Atkin 2025: 91 Points
Content: 0.75 Litre (€19.80* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Chenin Blanc
- Waterkloof
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Somerset West
- Chenin Blanc
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 89 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2023: 92 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€39.93* / 1 Litre)
False Bay On Borrowed Time Chardonnay
- Waterkloof
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Chardonnay
- Tim Atkin 2024: 89 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€26.60* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
False Bay Peacock Wild Ferment Chenin Blanc
- Waterkloof
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Chenin Blanc
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 86 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€11.40* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Circle of Life White
- Waterkloof
- white wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Sauvignon Blanc - blend
- Winemagazine South Africa 2025: 93 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Litre (€19.80* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
False Bay Peacock Wild Ferment Cabernet Sauvignon
- Waterkloof
- red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- 2022 Vintage - John Platter: 3.5 Stars
- 2021 Vintage - John Platter: 3 Stars
Content: 0.75 Litre (€11.40* / 1 Litre)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Vineyard Waterkloof
Waterkloof on Schapenberg – Origin and Style
Waterkloof ranks among South Africa’s most distinctive benchmark estates, combining biodynamic viticulture with internationally respected fine-wine expertise. Maritime influence, elevated vineyards and a clear sense of origin shape wines of depth, precision and mineral tension.
This stylistic identity unites biodynamic pioneering spirit with an exceptionally clear focus on terroir expression.
Iconic Chenin and Circumstance as Defining Signatures
Chenin and the Circumstance wines shape the estate’s profile and stand for structure, elegance and remarkable ageing potential.
These signatures give the estate an exceptionally distinctive profile with strong identity and recognition.
Portfolio and Style
From focused estate wines to complex premium bottlings, the portfolio offers versatile options for different drinking occasions. Precision, freshness and expression of origin remain central.
This supports orientation and selection for wine lovers seeking characterful white and Rhône-style wines with ageing potential.
Estate with International Profile
Waterkloof unites South African origin with internationally valued expertise for Chenin and biodynamic origin wines.
Those seeking wines with depth, tension and precise stylistic definition will find a focused portfolio with iconic identity here.
Vineyard facts
- Year of established:
- 2003
- Address:
- Old Sir Lowry's Pass Rd, Somerset West, Cape Town, 7130
- Geo data address:
- -34.09862666723669, 18.88949632698686
- Acreage:
- 90 ha
- Our recommendation:
- Circle of Life White
- Why you should visit:
- The spectacular "Cellar in the Sky", crafted from glass and exposed concrete, is an architectural landmark of the Cape Winelands, offering breathtaking views across False Bay and into the estate's working gravity-flow cellar
- Enjoy wine tastings in the elegant Chorus Tasting Lounge, where six carefully curated tasting flights showcase Waterkloof's regenerative farming philosophy
- CHORUS Restaurant presents a seasonal five-course fine dining menu celebrating exceptional local ingredients alongside Waterkloof's acclaimed wines
- The combination of award-winning wines, striking architecture and regenerative viticulture makes Waterkloof one of South Africa's most distinctive wine destinations
- Phone:
- +27 (0)21 858 1292
- Vineyard website:
- https://waterkloofwines.co.za/
References
- https://waterkloofwines.co.za/