Description

Deep ruby red in appearance. The nose is upfront with aromas of dark red fruit and oak spice. The palate is bold and elegant, complex yet finely structured. The wine concludes with a persistent and savory finish.

Anwilka had a cold and wet winter allowing for a favorable resting period for the vines. The growing season was long and cooler than expected, allowing for good maturation time on the vine.
The grapes were hand picked in small crates. Sorting occurred before and after destemming. Alcoholic fermentation took place in stainless steel tronconic tanks. Lengthy pump-overs and extended maceration ensured a gentle extraction of ripe polyphenols. The wine spent total of 19 months in wood, 50% new French Oak 400 liter barrels, the remaining 50% in 2nd fill.

Winemaker: Jean du Plessis

Anwilka Winery is a prestigious South African wine estate located in the Stellenbosch wine region, one of the country’s most renowned areas for premium wine production. The winery is situated in the Helderberg sub-region, which is known for producing top-quality red wines due to its unique terroir, influenced by both mountain and maritime climates.

In 2012, Anwilka became part of the Klein Constantia group, bringing even more prominence to the estate. The winery was originally developed with a focus on crafting high-quality red wines that express the unique characteristics of the Stellenbosch terroir.

Flavor Profiles

Plum

Black cherry

Red cherries

Oak spice

Location

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Widely regarded as the heart of South African fine wine, Stellenbosch is home to some of the country's most acclaimed vineyards and wineries. Nestled between rugged mountains and cooled by ocean breezes from nearby False Bay, the region produces wines of remarkable depth, structure, and elegance. Stellenbosch is especially renowned for world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux-style blends, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, and Syrah, alongside South Africa's iconic Pinotage. With a winemaking history dating back more than 300 years, Stellenbosch continues to set the benchmark for quality and innovation in the Cape Winelands. Explore our collection of Stellenbosch wines and discover the region that defines South African wine excellence.