Yardstick

Cool-climate precision in South Africa's Elgin, rated by major critics.

Yardstick operates in Elgin, a cool-climate pocket of the Cape South Coast in South Africa's Western Cape. The region's maritime influence and elevation create conditions suited to elegant, structured wines. The winery's Pinot Noir and Chardonnay anchor its portfolio, both rated highly by Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, Decanter, Wine Spectator, and Falstaff. Raised by Wolves Driehoek Chenin, a Chenin Blanc expression, rounds out the core range. Elgin's reputation rests on precision viticulture and the expression of cool-climate character—attributes evident in Yardstick's focus on these varieties. The winery's wines have drawn assessment from major international critics, reflecting the technical rigor expected in this terroir.