Region

Western Cape

South Africa

South Africa is divided into six wine-growing regions, including Western cape, reputed to be the only one producing quality wines. Western Cape is divided into five regions, including Cape South Coast and Coastal Region, which produce the finest wines, including Stellenbosh and Franchhoek. The Western Cape is in the south-west of the country between the Atlantic Ocean and imposing mountain ranges along the coast. Despite its location, it enjoys a temperate Mediterranean climate with warm summers, cool sea breezes and frost-free winters. Mountain ranges create a spectacular landscape. Vineyards are planted on the sides of valleys and mountain foothills. Their location creates a panoply of meso climates, giving rise to interactions between heat and cool that are ideal for viticulture. Most vines are grown within 50 kilometers of the ocean. Soils are richly diverse, consisting of granite, schist, clay, sand, limestone and alluvium. Eight grape varieties occupy 75% of Western Cape vineyards. Grape production is 55% white versus 45% red. The main white grape varieties are Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Colombard and Chardonnay. For reds, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz (Syrah), Merlot and Pinotage (a cross between Cinsault and Pinot Noir) are the most widely planted grape varieties. Pinotage is emblematic of the region, as this is about the only place in the world where it is planted. Dominated by huge cooperatives, the country’s wine industry has historically favored the cultivation of high-yielding grapes for Brandy or low-end wine production. But in recent years, a growing number of determined winemakers have succeeded in giving the industry a new lease of life, creating quality wines that fully express the richness of the region’s varied terroirs. Small, artisanal producers in Stellenbosh and Franchhoek are crafting and exporting original, high-quality wines that are enthusiastically changing the way wine lovers perceive wine.

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Puligny Montrachet Les Aubues

Domaine Jean-Claude Bachelet

Burgundy, France

White

Coming soon to SAQ

Bois des Moines Côtes du Rhône Villages Blanc

43,95$

Château Gigognan

White

Private import

Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Macherelles

Domaine Jean-Claude Bachelet

Burgundy, France

Coming soon to SAQ

Les Vignes du Bourg, Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur lie Magnum

57,50$

Julien Braud

Loire, France

White , 1500ml

Private import

Le Berceau des Fées Magnum

129,54$

Domaine aux Moines

Loire, France

White , 1500ml

Coming soon for private import

Nebbiolo d’Alba

37,95$

Cascina Val del Prete

Piedmont, Italy

Red

Private import

Brunello di Montalcino

135,50$

Le Ragnaie

Tuscany, Italy

Red

At the SAQ

Barbaresco Campo Quadro Riserva

115,50$

Punset

Piedmont, Italy

Red

Coming soon for private import

Marsannay Cuvée Saint-Urbain Rouge

73,50$

Domaine Jean Fournier

Burgundy, France

Red

Private import

Savennières Roche-aux-Moines

91,95$

Domaine aux Moines

Loire, France

White

Coming soon for private import

Barolo del Comune di La Morra DOCG

83,95$

Rocche Costamagna

Piedmont, Italy

Red

Private import

Champagne Brut C. de Réserve Magnum

Champagne Perseval-Farge

Champagne, France

White sparkling , 1500ml

Coming soon for private import