Neethlingshof Estate

The picturesque Neethlingshof Wine Estate in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands is flanked by the Bottelary Hills and Papegaaisberg Mountains. Along with the awe-inspiring manor house, our estate is steeped in history which dates back to 1705 and distinguished by the beautiful avenue of stone pines.

It's a place where soil, climate and vines co-exist in perfect harmony. We're blessed with 13 distinguishable terroirs and by choosing the correct site; we've been able to enhance the natural flavour and aroma of our range of wines. The estate is also a member of the Biodiversity & Wine Initiative (BWI), highlighting our commitment to eco-sustainability. 28 ha of the 110 ha wine farm (under vine) is set aside for conservation and the replanting of the indigenous Renosterveld species with the aim of restoring the natural balance and encouraging wildlife, big and small, in this area.

The Neethlingshof farm was initially called De Wolvendans (The Dance of Wolves) before it was acquired in 1788 by Charles Marais and his eighteen-year old wife, Maria, who immediately began extending the vineyards and building a cellar to make their own wine. When her daughter married Johannes Henoch Neethling in 1828, he became joint owner of the farm and the name was changed to Neethlingshof. Always dressed to the nines, Johannes loved the good life and immersed himself in the community activities of Stellenbosch, earning himself the nickname, "Lord Neethling".

The Neethlingshof reserve tier, the Short Story Collection, draws attention to Neethlingshof's rich and varied narratives based on our estate's philosophy or history.

The Caracal, our flagship red blend, celebrates the return of the rooikat to the unique ecosystems surrounding our estate's granite hills.

The Owl Post, a single-vineyard Pinotage, draws attention to our estate's integrated pest management including the strategic placement of owl posts as part of our focus on production integrity.

Six Flowers a blend of six white varietals, highlights the story of Maria Magdalena Marais, who took over the building of the estate’s manor house after the death of her husband in 1813. As a tribute to her children she personally created and placed six flowers representing her five children and herself in the Manor House’s gables. Still relevant today, these six flowers represent the current six white cultivars planted on the Estate

Maria is the new name for the acclaimed Weisser Riesling Noble Late Harvest and honours Maria Magdalena Marais, the resourceful and fiesty young widow responsible for developing a vibrant and viable farming operation.

We also offer a range of delicious premium red and white varietals. Learn more about these wines now or visit for a wine tasting to experience these glorious flavours first-hand.