Blaauwklippen, Stellenbosch

The name Blaauwklippen translates as ‘Blue Stones’ in honour of the granite outcrops in the vineyard and the estate’s story begins in 1682 when Dutchman Gerrit Jansz Visscher was granted the land by Stellenbosch’s founder Simon van der Stel. 

Vines were planted almost immediately and the farm – now owned Willem Niel, a descendent of French Huguenots – recorded its first vintage in 1709. It is the oldest wine estate in Stellenbosch and became South Africa’s first registered company.

Today Narina Cloete is in charge of the winemaking, a role she has held since 2016. Under Narina’s stewardship the wines have improved steadily and showcase plenty of Stellenbosch character. The estate wines – we have shipped the Chenin Blanc and Merlot – are great value and full of varietal typicity. The flagship red De Blaau Klip is a big Bordeaux blend full of rich fruit and polished oak.