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 Windswept Sauvignon Blanc
- Waterkloof
- White wine - dry
- South Africa - Coastal Region
- Sauvignon Blanc
- John Platter: 3.5 Sterne / 85 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€8.47* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Circle of Life White
- Waterkloof
- White wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Sauvignon Blanc - blend
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 92 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2025: 91 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€15.93* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
False Bay Slow Chenin Blanc
- Waterkloof
- White wine - dry
- South Africa - Coastal Region
- Chenin Blanc
- Decanter Awards 2025: Silber
Content: 0.75 Liter (€8.47* / 1 Liter)
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 Liter (€19.67* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
False Bay Bush Vine Pinotage
- Waterkloof
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Coastal Region
- Pinotage
- John Platter: 3.5 Sterne / 84 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€8.07* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Astraeus Méthode Cap Classique Brut
- Waterkloof
- Schaumwein - dry
- South Africa - Elgin
- Chardonnay
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 90 Punkte
- Michelangelo Awards 2024: Gold
- Tim Atkin 2025: 89 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€26.60* / 1 Liter)
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 Liter (€9.40* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Astraeus Méthode Cap Classique Brut Rosé
- Waterkloof
- Schaumwein - dry
- South Africa - Elgin
- Pinot Noir
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 88 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2022: 89 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€33.27* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
False Bay Old School Syrah
- Waterkloof
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Coastal Region
- Shiraz/Syrah
- John Platter: 3 Sterne / 81 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€7.00* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Circumstance Cape Coral Mourvèdre Rosé
- Waterkloof
- rosé wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Mourvèdre
- Tim Atkin 2025: 91 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€19.93* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Circumstance Chenin Blanc
- Waterkloof
- White wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Chenin Blanc
- Tim Atkin 2025: 90 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€20.53* / 1 Liter)
No longer available
False Bay Cinsault Mourvèdre Rosé
- Waterkloof
- rosé wine - dry
- South Africa - Western Cape
- Cinsault - blend
- John Platter: 3.5 Sterne / 85 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€8.07* / 1 Liter)
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:
- Spectacular Schapenberg vineyards overlooking False Bay.
- Tastings featuring iconic Circumstance and Chenin wines.
- Biodynamic terroir shaped by strong maritime influence.
- Striking glass-walled cellar and restaurant built into the mountain with panoramic False Bay views.
- Phone:
- +27 (0)21 858 1292
- Vineyard website:
- https://waterkloofwines.co.za/