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Waterford Estate

Stellenbosch

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EXCELLENT · CRITICS' CONSENSUS

Stellenbosch Cabernet and complex blends rated by prestige critics.

Waterford Estate sits in Stellenbosch, the heart of South Africa's Coastal Region, where maritime influence and diverse soils shape wines of precision and depth. The winery's portfolio centers on Cabernet Sauvignon and complex blends that reflect the region's capacity for structure and aging potential. The Library Collection Edition Cabernet Sauvignon demonstrates the varietal's dark fruit and tannin architecture in this terroir. The Jem, a multi-varietal blend anchored in Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon with supporting Merlot, Barbera, Malbec, Shiraz, Cabernet Franc, and Mourvèdre, showcases the winery's approach to layered, textured wines. The Cape Winemakers Guild Auction Reserve BB rounds the top tier. Decanter, Wine Advocate, Falstaff, Wine Spectator, and Wine Enthusiast have all assessed the estate's work, reflecting its standing within serious South African wine circles.

Peak score92 / 100
RegionStellenboschAddressUpper Blaauwklippen Rd, Helderberg Rural, Stellenbosch, 7600
Top winesThe Library Collection Edition: Sangiovese · Sauvignon Blanc · Cabernet Sauvignon
Nearby · within 30 min

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