De Wetshof Estate
De Wetshof Estate
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The name De Wetshof has been synonymous with the production of fine wines in South Africa since the 1970's. As the first registered wine estate in the Robertson Wine Valley, De Wetshof has become known internationally as South Africa's eminent Chardonnay House due to the pioneering role it played in introducing this noble Burgundian grape to the country.
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Laura's World
Johannesburg, South Africa1,006 contributions
Dec 2024 • Solo
South Africa's eminent #HouseofChardonnay 🥂
We managed to catch the end of these bright purple Jacaranda blossoms in their entranceway announcing that Summer (and December) is officially here.
As the first registered wine estate in the Robertson Wine Valley, De Wetshof has become known internationally as South Africa’s eminent Chardonnay House due to the pioneering role it played in introducing this noble Burgundian grape to the country.
Modern cellar technology and the use of the finest oak barrels ensures that De Wetshof’s wines showcase the fact that they are committed to bottling the best versions of nature’s gift from the vine.
80% of the farm is planted to Chardonnay, with various clones matched to specific sites on the property aimed at optimal expression of terroir. Regenerative farming aims to conserve the environment while ensuring grapes of distinctive character and then there's the soil..
..On De Wetshof their limestone-rich soil is complemented by shale and clay, each soil component expressed in its own Chardonnay in the De Wetshof range.
The result?
Six diverse and damn fine Chardonnays!
We finished up the day with a tutorial with Bennie, in the De Wetshof Wine Library with a line-up of some of our favourite Estate Chardonnays:
~ Limestone Hill
~ Calcrete
~ Bon Vallon
~ Finesse / Lesca
~ The Site
~ Bateleur
Home to some of their rare bottled treasures of older and sought-after wines, it's a treat to experience tasting these exclusive wine in the intimate atmosphere of their Wine Library today and I would highly recommend this experience to my fellow Chardonnay-lovers out there.
We managed to catch the end of these bright purple Jacaranda blossoms in their entranceway announcing that Summer (and December) is officially here.
As the first registered wine estate in the Robertson Wine Valley, De Wetshof has become known internationally as South Africa’s eminent Chardonnay House due to the pioneering role it played in introducing this noble Burgundian grape to the country.
Modern cellar technology and the use of the finest oak barrels ensures that De Wetshof’s wines showcase the fact that they are committed to bottling the best versions of nature’s gift from the vine.
80% of the farm is planted to Chardonnay, with various clones matched to specific sites on the property aimed at optimal expression of terroir. Regenerative farming aims to conserve the environment while ensuring grapes of distinctive character and then there's the soil..
..On De Wetshof their limestone-rich soil is complemented by shale and clay, each soil component expressed in its own Chardonnay in the De Wetshof range.
The result?
Six diverse and damn fine Chardonnays!
We finished up the day with a tutorial with Bennie, in the De Wetshof Wine Library with a line-up of some of our favourite Estate Chardonnays:
~ Limestone Hill
~ Calcrete
~ Bon Vallon
~ Finesse / Lesca
~ The Site
~ Bateleur
Home to some of their rare bottled treasures of older and sought-after wines, it's a treat to experience tasting these exclusive wine in the intimate atmosphere of their Wine Library today and I would highly recommend this experience to my fellow Chardonnay-lovers out there.
Written 3 January 2025
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Rory
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Jan 2023 • Couples
I am in the boutique wine industry in California and have tasted around the world, I must say De Wetshof was the best Chardonnay tasting I've ever done full stop! The staff was extremely knowledgeable and knew a lot about the soil and wine chemistry. I would love to be able to take my friends here, if you are anywhere on the western cape make the drive for the Chardonnay. These wines will age 50 years no problem. I do drink quite a bit of old European wine and you can tell these wines will tell stories for decades. Couldn't have left happier!
Written 4 January 2023
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25NYC
Cape Town Central, South Africa21 contributions
Feb 2023
If you come through Robertson, the De Wetshof is a must for all wine drinkers, particularly when it comes to white wines. Ask for Heinrich who will make the wine tasting experience second to none. Famous for its Chardonnays and Cap Classique, the De Wetshof also makes some of the best Provence-style rosés in the area (and I am NOT particularly a rosé drinker!). Also nice red wines. You have plenty of wine to chose from, the setting is spectacular as well. The whole experience is grand and beautiful, you can buy some of the very best wines in South Africa and the prices are truly super fair.
Written 20 February 2023
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Greg49
Johannesburg, South Africa84 contributions
Sept 2021
Well worth a trip up from Cape Town. De Wetshof was super welcoming, Henrich took his time to explain the process in detail and the wine tasting was not rushed. Take the time to go there and try the Thibault Merlot 2012. It's stunning! 1 bottle down, 14 to go!
Written 19 September 2021
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ritaSouthAfrica
south africa247 contributions
Apr 2022
The spectacular old building adds to the glamour of winetasting here, and this is why it is different from the more contemporary tasting spots in the area. most of the wine is for the export market, so not easy to find locally. Their Riesling is famous with the distinct diesel on the nose, very different and special. We loved all the wines !
Written 20 April 2022
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Cassie
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Feb 2020
Having a somm guide your tasting is rare experience these days - Heinrich was an incredible host for that and his charming character. The Site chardonnay, 2016 Pinot noir and the Bateleur are deliciously expressive wines. Must visit in Robertson
Written 2 March 2020
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Dear Cassie
Thank you for the wonderful review!
Please do visit us again soon.
Written 5 March 2020
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Saltrocksister
South Africa362 contributions
Nov 2024 • Friends
Beautiful, formal, historical estate. We were treated to some really beautiful wines, a delicious lunch and a very hospitiable and extremely passionate host in Johan. We had such a great day and learnt a enormous amount of information about chardonnay and the Robertson valley. So worth it.
Written 7 November 2024
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Gina B
East London, South Africa24 contributions
Feb 2021 • Friends
We were a group of 6 ladies on a wine tour and were fortunate enough to have Heinrich host our wine tasting. He was so professional, friendly and extremely well versed on the De Wetshof wines. He made us feel so welcome despite arriving only half an hour before closing.
Written 25 February 2021
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william d
Princes Risborough, UK34 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We made an impromptu stop at Dewetshof wine estate for wine tasting. Heinrich was an excellent host explains the various wines that we tasted and some of the history associated with the winery. I would highly recommend a visit.
Written 17 February 2020
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Thank you for the great review.
Please visit soon.
Written 20 February 2020
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Jade
Cape Town, South Africa68 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Went for a morning wine tasting, and it was fabulous! There was a selection of about a dozen wines to taste, including their famous Chardonnays. Our host, Heinrich is a fountain of knowledge, and so down to earth. It was a lovely experience! We bought two of the wines to take with us, and would definitely go back :)
Written 2 January 2020
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Thank you for the great review!
We look forward to meet you again.
Written 20 February 2020
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DO you have to pre book a tasting? If so is it via their website contact us form? Or can you just turn up?\Thanks
Written 22 September 2017
No walk-ins accepted, best to book by phone and unlikely for very small parties. The beauty of the domain enterance alone is worth it though !
Written 23 September 2017
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