Annandale Wines

The history of Annandale Wine Estate traces back to the founding of South Africa. Annandale is the oldest farm in the Helderberg Valley. In November 1679, less than one month of arriving at the Cape, Governor Simon van der Stel left Cape Town on horseback to explore the Dutch East India Company’s outpost near the Hottentots Holland Mountains and, amazed by the beauty of his surroundings, founded the eponymously named town of Stellenbosch, Sout...

Grapes have been grown for over 315 years on this historic property. Set amidst the top wine growing and wine producing estates of South Africa, Annandale Wine Estate currently cultivates 45 hectares of vitus vinifera planted by Hempies du Toit over four years between 1996 and 1999. At present, Annandale focuses exclusively on growing red grapes and producing premium quality red wines. The following varietals are presently grown at Annandale:

Hempies du Toit is driven not only to exceed the high standards set by his father and forefathers but also to set even higher standards for succeeding generations of du Toit winemakers. The wines are nurtured by a dedicated team from vineyard to cellar and bottle. The wines are a true reflection of this families dedication to the art of producing classical elegant wines reflective of the terrior and fruit of the vineyards. Annandale’s Wines ar...