At Afrikaans, winemaking is guided by balance, care, and a sense of place. We strive to harmonize fruit, acidity, tannin, and alcohol to create wines that are approachable yet elegant, expressive yet consistent from vintage to vintage. Our wines bring together grapes from trusted, long-term growers across Stellenbosch and the Piekenierskloof, where cool coastal breezes preserve freshness and warmer inland sites lend ripeness, perfume, and intensity.
Blending lies at the heart of our craft.
For our whites, Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay are whole bunch pressed and gently fermented in a combination of new and seasoned oak barrels, occasionally with concrete eggs. The wines rest on fine lees for six to nine months, adding texture, depth, and a soft, inviting mouthfeel. Each decision—from the percentage of new oak to the choice of vessel—is made to enhance elegance without masking the fruit.
Our reds, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cinsault, are carefully destemmed, crushed, and fermented in open-top fermenters with daily punch downs. After maceration, the wines mature in seasoned French oak barrels for 12 months, developing richness, structure, and subtlety.
Every bottle of Afrikaans reflects patience, precision, and passion. From vineyard to barrel, each step is chosen to create wines that are approachable, expressive, and made to be shared, vintage after vintage.
Afrikaans wines are brought to life by a dedicated team guided by vision and expertise. The brand was conceived by Jean Engelbrecht, whose passion for South African languages and culture shaped its identity. In the cellar, Danielle le Roux oversees the winemaking, crafting each vintage with care, precision, and a focus on balance and expression. Together with a network of trusted growers in Stellenbosch and the Piekenierskloof, their combined knowledge and commitment ensure that every bottle of Afrikaans reflects quality, character, and the joy of sharing.
Afrikaans wines are a true reflection of South Africa’s diverse landscapes and winemaking freedom. Crafted from vineyards in Stellenbosch and the Piekenierskloof, the wines balance Stellenbosch’s intensity and elegance with the bright, ripe fruit and perfume of the warmer Piekenierskloof region. South Africa’s flexible Wine of Origin system allows our winemakers to blend grape varieties creatively, producing wines that are uniquely South African - accessible and friendly, yet with a serious edge. These blends celebrate the country’s terroirs, its heritage, and the ingenuity of its winemakers, offering guests an unforgettable experience.
Email: info@drinkafrikaans.com
Phone: 021 881 3881
Sales: info@thestellenboschcollection.com
