by Raydius2021 | Dec 11, 2025 | Latest News
Since our debut in 2019, every vintage of our Pinotage, up to and including 2022, was awarded Platter’s coveted 5-star rating – a remarkable run that set a high benchmark for our small cellar. This year breaks that streak, and while we naturally hoped the 2023...
by Raydius2021 | May 8, 2025 | Latest News
We’re proud to unveil a distinguished addition to our collection: the Francois van Niekerk Single Barrel Single Malt – 8 Year Whisky. Crafted in small batches with obsessive attention to detail, the Francois van Niekerk 8 Year Single Barrel Single Malt is a...
by Raydius2021 | Dec 3, 2024 | Latest News
As the year draws to a close, we reflect with gratitude and pride on what has been an extraordinary journey. At Francois van Niekerk Wines, our unwavering pursuit of excellence has borne fruit once again, as the 2022 vintage was bestowed with the following awards: A...
by Raydius2021 | Feb 7, 2024 | Latest News
It feels like yesterday when my family wished me well for my new wine project, and now the sixth vintage of the Francois van Niekerk Pinotage has already been harvested! Although the 2023 winter was marked by floods and very high rainfall, the situation changed very...
by Raydius2021 | Nov 15, 2023 | Latest News
Platter’s Guide 2024 – 5* / 97 points “The pinotage whisperer coaxes another stellar performance from his vines – sleek, harmonious, with a polished tannin structure & 2 years 70% new oak supporting unfolding layers of flavour: plums, hedgerow fruit, scrub,...