Almost too good to be true, the Lievland Cabernet Sauvignon. 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cinsault and 6% Cabernet Franc from a blend of Paarl (20%) and Stellenbosch (80%) vineyards in the Coastal Region of South Africa. The wine was aged in 225L and 300L French oak barrels … [Read more...]
South African Wine - Best Wines From South Africa
South Africa is another wine region making a wide assortment of excellent wines. While many of those wines tend to be over our $20 price ceiling, there are a number of value propositions to be found. Chenin Blanc is one variety that stands out and we'll call out a few of our favorites that sell for right around $10. If you're a Chardonnay drinker who hasn't tried this variety I encourage you to check it out.
Read on for our list of The Best South African Wines!
INSIDER DEAL! Raised by Wolves 777 Chardonnay - Stock Up
THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. 60% OFF 94-point South African Chardonnay, the Yardstick Raised by Wolves Cuvee 777 Chardonnay. Heads up Chardonnay lovers, … [Read more...]
INSIDER DEAL! Raised by Wolves Old School Red - A Classic Returns
THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. This unique, highly delicious South African blend of Cinsault and Cabernet Sauvignon is back with a 49% discount on two new vintages … [Read more...]
INSIDER DEAL! Raised by Wolves Old School Red Blend - A Classic
THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. With scores from 91 to 93 points, you don't want to miss this unique, highly recommended blend of Cinsault and Cabernet Sauvignon … [Read more...]
70% Off INSIDER DEAL! Highly Recommended South African Chenin Blanc
THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Our biggest discount ever is back! Don't miss the 92-point L'Avenir Chenin Blanc from Stellenbosch, South Africa. … [Read more...]
INSIDER DEAL! Raised by Wolves Bonniemile Cabernet Sauvignon
THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Save 37.5% on this 92-94 point South African Cab, the Raised by Wolves Bonniemile Cabernet Sauvignon from Yardstick. … [Read more...]
Delicious Monster – Truth in Advertising
A simply quaffable wine from Trader Joe's, the Delicious Monster. A white blend of 60% Chenin Blanc, 20% Chardonnay and 20% Muscat from Robertson, Breede River Valley, Western Cape, South Africa. The wine has 4.3 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]
Mulderbosch Faithful Hound - A Reliable Blend
A tasty Bordeaux style blend from South Africa, the Mulderbosch Faithful Hound. A blend of 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 19% Merlot, 17% Malbec and 11% Petit Verdot from Stellenbosch, South Africa. The wine spends 16 months in French oak barriques, 30% of … [Read more...]
MAN Warrelwind Sauvignon Blanc - A Refreshing Find
An easy drinking Bulk Buy from South Africa, the MAN Warrelwind Sauvignon Blanc. 85% Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Semillon from Western Cape vineyards (70% Agter-Paarl, 8% Stellenbosch, 14% Franschhoek, 8% Elgin) in South Africa. The wine has 3.2 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]
Insider Deal! Mulderbosch Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé - Patio Perfection
THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. Elevate your summertime sipping with an Insider Deal on one of our all-time favorite rosé wines, the Mulderbosch Cabernet Sauvignon … [Read more...]
Mbali Chenin Blanc Viognier - A Pretty Little Thing
A Trader Joe's pick with a tiny price tag but plenty of flavor, the $5 Mbali Chenin Blanc Viognier. 79% Chenin Blanc and 21% Viognier from Western Cape, South Africa. … [Read more...]
Excelsior Syrah - So Nice
The smooth and smoky Excelsior Syrah from South Africa. 85% Syrah and 15% Petit Verdot from Robertson, South Africa. 40% of the wine was aged in a combination of French and American oak for six months. It has just 2.47 g/L of residual sugar and is vegan-friendly. … [Read more...]
Excelsior Cabernet Sauvignon - Thoroughly Enjoyable
Thoroughly enjoyable Cabernet under $10 from South Africa, the Excelsior Cabernet Sauvignon. 90% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Petit Verdot from Robertson, South Africa. The wine was aged for 9 months with 40% in French and American oak. The wine has 2.9 g/L of residual sugar … [Read more...]
Wolftrap Rosé - Smells Like Summer
A great wine to indulge in while poolside, the Boekenhoutskloof The Wolftrap Rosé. 69% Cinsault, 21% Syrah and 10% Grenache Noir from Western Cape, South Africa. This rosé is produced using the saignée method and is fermented in stainless steel. It has just 1.9 g/L of … [Read more...]
Cape Route Chenin Blanc – A Refreshing Exploration
The Cape Route Chenin Blanc from Winc is a delicious example of one of our favorite region/variety recommendations for extreme value, South African Chenin Blanc. Chenin Blanc from two vineyards (one in Stellenbosch and one in Robertson) in Western Cape, South Africa. The … [Read more...]
Indaba Sauvignon Blanc - 3 Liters of Delicious
This box is gold! The Bulk Buy rated Indaba Sauvignon Blanc boxed wine. 100% Sauvignon Blanc from Western Cape, South Africa. The wine is made by Bruwer Raats and Clayton Christians and fermented in stainless steel and aged on its lees for 3 months. It has less than 2.1 … [Read more...]
Lubanzi Wine in a Can – Terrifically Tasty
Fresh and delicious wines perfect for the canned format, the Lubanzi Red Blend and Lubanzi Chenin Blanc from South Africa. … [Read more...]
Leaf Plucker Sauvignon Blanc - Impressive
Far from your average, boring, under $10 supermarket wine, the Aldi Leaf Plucker Sauvignon Blanc from South Africa. Sauvignon Blanc from Western Cape, South Africa. The wine is fermented on the skins and a portion is also fermented in French oak barrels, neither of which … [Read more...]
Lievland Bushvine Pinotage - Dreamy
South African Pinotage that's easy to love, the Lievland Bushvine Pinotage. 88% Pinotage, 9% Cinsault and 3% Shiraz from Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa. The wine spends 12 months in a combination of French and American oak and is vegan friendly. … [Read more...]
Leaf Plucker Red Blend - Green, Smooth and Soft
An Aldi exclusive wine that benefits greatly from a good decant, the Leaf Plucker Red Blend from South Africa. A red blend from South Africa. The wine is aged in French oak for an unspecified amount of time. … [Read more...]
Riebeek Cellars Chenin Blanc - Perfectly Quaffable
A highly refreshing South African white wine, the Riebeek Cellars Chenin Blanc. 100% Chenin Blanc from up to 45 year old vines in Swartland, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa. The wine does not spend any time in oak. … [Read more...]
Ashbourne Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay - A Dynamic Duo
A fresh, balanced and zippy blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay from Walker Bay, Western Cape, South Africa, the Ashbourne Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay. 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Chardonnay from Walker Bay, Western Cape, South Africa. The wine does not spend any time … [Read more...]
Tussock Jumper Shiraz-Grenache-Viognier - Live Large
A big taste at a tiny price, the Tussock Jumper Shiraz-Grenache-Viognier from South Africa. Bulk Buy! 95% Shiraz, 3% Grenache and 2% Viognier from the Western Cape of South Africa. The wine is aged in used French oak barrels for 14 months and has just 3.1 g/L of residual … [Read more...]
The Wolftrap White - Howlingly Good
Delivering a lot more than you expect for a sub-$10 wine, The Wolftrap White. 38% Viognier, 37% Chenin Blanc and 25% Grenache Blanc from Franschhoek Valley, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa. The wine spends a short time in oak and it has residual sugar of 2.3 … [Read more...]