Kaapzicht
The Kaapzicht Estate is located in Bottelary. It is considered the best red wine region in Stellenbosch. The ideal climate and the fertile, stony granite soils are the basis for the top quality of these wines from South Africa. The flagship of the house, the Steytler Pinotage, is a good example of the quality of these wines: The 1998 vintage not only won the ABSA Pinotage Competition, but also the 2000 Wine Magazine Pinotage Competition.
Winemaker Danie Steytler runs the South African winery together with his brother George. He was one of the first to attach particular importance to this terroir in South Africa, which he also expressed in his wines. The vineyard of this friendly Steytler family covers 190 hectares, 162 of which are under vines. The farm was first mentioned in documents as “Friesland” in 1712. This was only a few years after the first vines were planted in the Cape region. The Steytler family acquired the traditional estate farm in 1946 and have managed it as owners ever since.
The winery takes its name from the view of Table Mountain and Table Bay. Since 1984, all wines have been bottled independently, now including Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc, but also red wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz and Pinotage.
All of Kaapzicht’s wines are characterized by a very honest and authentic style. The wines are worth more than their price. The Chenin Blanc Kliprug, for example, comes from the second oldest vineyard in South Africa, planted in 1947. The great wines from the Steytler line, which often win international awards, are among the best you can find.
Wines from Kaapzicht at Savinis
At Savinis, you will find the accumulated knowledge and expertise of years of experience. Every South African wine has its own story – be it in relation to the winery, its owner, the winemaker, the vineyard, the production or the geographical and geological conditions.
Do you have questions about a specific Kaapzicht wine – or can’t find it in our online store? Ask us, we will be happy to help you!