Strandveld Vineyards is located in Elim, South Africa and is the southernmost winery in Africa. It was founded in 2001 by wine enthusiasts seeking new vineyard sites along the coast based on Portuguese maps. The constant winds and cool climate from being near the coast create low yields but intense flavors in the grapes. The wines are made by winemaker Conrad Vlok and showcase the unique terroir of the area through varietals like Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Syrah.

1. Africa’s southernmost vineyards and winery
ELIM • SOUTH AFRICA

4. Where ocean and earth meet, there lies the magic
“Strandveld” refers to the coastal belt of land which
spans the coastline around Africa’s tempestous
southernmost tip at Cape Agulhas. Lying almost 35˚
south, the Cape South coast is characterised by severe
wind, mist and cool temperatures. This confluence of
maritime climate, varying sites and soil types creates
the diversity of terroir that distinguishes the wines of
Strandveld Vineyards.
In 1488, Bartholomeu Diaz was the first to set his eyes
upon the land at the southern tip of Africa. Centuries
later, other modern day exploreres determined that this
harsh climate could produce riches of a different kind...
In 2001, a group of enthusiastic wine lovers, struck by the
spirit of adventure that motivated the Portuguese all those
years ago, turned to the original Portuguese maps. With
every coastal nuance described and labelled, these maps
became their inspiration for seeking out new potential
vineyard sites based on their proximity to the sea.
While some may lament the fierce winds, rolling sea mists
and cool temperatures, these are the foundation for growing
the grapes that make the distinctive Strandveld wines.
Strandveld Vineyards is a beautiful wind-swept winery located 9km from the sea. Situated
between Elim and Cape Agulhas, it is the southernmost winery on the continent of Africa.

5. Strandveld Vineyards modern wine cellarStrandveld Vineyards modern wine cellar

6. Strandveld Vineyards Range
The uniqueness of the vineyards and the Elim wine ward is the cooler
climate, relative to other wine growing areas in South Africa, due to
the constant Atlantic winds. These winds keep yields down and prevent
diseases by keeping the grapes dry. The unique maritime climate creates
ideal ripening conditions over an extended perios. This results in low
yields and berries which are small but have intense flavours.
Conrad Vlok, our winemaker, is a man of the soil whose warm nature
and empathy for the environment in which he works are reflected in the
distinctive character of his wines. Conrad’s winemaking philosophy is that
winemaking starts first and foremost in the vineyard and that good grapes
are essential to make great wine.
While expertly able to combine the art and science that is viticulture and
winemaking, Conrad humbly believes that his job is not done until the
bottle is on the table.
The Strandveld wines are made from specially selected vines
in very limited quantities, crafted from only the finest grapes
which uniquely express the terroir of the Strandveld.

7. Constant Atlantic winds provide natural air conditioningConstant Atlantic winds provide natural air conditioning

8. Strandveld Vineyards Range
STRANDVELD POFADDERBOS
SINGLE VINEYARD SAUVIGNON BLANC
STRANDVELD ADAMASTOR
SAUVIGNON BLANC/SEMILLON
This vineyard is surrounded by fynbos and aptly
named Pofadderbos due to the frequent visits by
puffadders.
The unique Strandveld terroir is beautifully
expressed in this vineyard, growing in almost
100% yellow ferricrete rocky soil.
The modest crop ripens slowly in the cool
climate without losing any flavour.
Cold fermentation with selected yeast strains
and lees contact for 4 months.
Big tropical fruit on the nose, creamy and full on
the palate with oyster shell minerality on the finish.
Named after the mythical god of wind and
storms, the vines used for this wine contend
with the same tempestuous elements as the early
Portuguese sailors.
The Sauvignon Blanc component was cold
fermented with selected yeast strains in stainless
steel tanks. The Semillon was barrel feremented
and matured for 10 months in a selection of 300
and 500 litre French oak barrels.
Intense flintiness combined with floral aromas.
Full and creamy on the palate with toasted oak
and dry minerality on the finish.

9. Strandveld Vineyards Range
STRANDVELD PINOT NOIR
LIMITED RELEASE
STRANDVELD SYRAH
100% Pinot Noir.
Seven barrels were specially selected which
showed more depth and structure from a
vineyard planted on white quartzite gravel.
5 days cold soak at 10˚C. Inoculation with
selected yeast strains and fermentation at 23˚C
with 3 pump overs daily.
Aging for 11 months in 40% new and the rest
older 300 litre French oak barels.
A ruby-purple wine with dark moist soil and
wild strawberry and sour cherry flavours,
followed by a savoury richness.
48 hours cold soak followed by fermentation
controlled between 22 and 26˚C with 3 pump
overs daily.
Aging for 20 months in French oak barrels.
Only selected barrels were chosen for this wine.
Full bodied with cloves, cracked black pepper
and spicy aromas.
Layered with intense black berry fruit. A
rich palate with firm tannins backed by well
integrated oak.

10. Strandveld Vineyards Range
STRANDVELD THE NAVIGATOR
Shiraz / Grenache / Mourvèdre/ Viognier
This Rhône style blend pays homage to Prince Henry the Navigator
- the patron of early Portuguese exploration - who was passionate
about advances in navigational equipment and exploring the oceans
and funded many of the explorative journeys around the southern
tip of Africa.
All four varietals were fermented together between 22 and 26˚C
with 21 days skin contact during fermentation. Pump overs 3 times
per day. Maturation took place in mostly second and third fill 300
litre French oak barrels for 22 months.
Aromas of cool-climate spice with white pepper and cloves. Floral
hints courtesy of the Viognier. The spiciness carries through to the
palate and is complemented by black berry flvaours.
The Grenache contribiutes dried-peach
tannins and a long finish.

11. First Sighting Range
First Sighting wines are delightfully drinkable and will be the perfect
accompaniment to the type of food we eat every day. True to their coastal
origins, you will find that slow ripening yields generous flavours.
Decisions in the vineyards and in the cellar are all made with one idea
in mind, creating versatile wines which can be enjoyed at every occasion.
Overcoming their fear of sea monsters and boiling
waters at the Equator, and making use of increasingly
accurate navigational tools, Bartholomeu Diaz then
Vasco da Gama took the Portuguese ships to India,
South East Asia and China, bringing back spices that
were more valuable than gold. The impact of the new
route changed the course of history.
Our FIRST SIGHTING RANGE pays
homage to the great vision that inspired
Portuguese explorers to discover a sea route
to the spice-rich east.

12. First Sighting Range
FIRST SIGHTING SAUVIGNON BLANC FIRST SIGHTING ROSÉ
A selection of grapes grown in the four distinct
gravel soil types of Strandveld Vineyards.
Cold fermentation in stainless steel tanks with
selected yeast strains and lees contact for
6 months before blending for bottling.
Expressive tropical and citrus fruit. Full palate
with the typical Elim minerality and buchu
notes. Crisp and fresh with a long finish.
Shiraz based dry style Rosé
Grapes were harvested at 21.5˚B and kept in
contact with skins for 6-12 hours. Only free run
juice was used and cool fermentation took place
at 14˚C in stainless steel tanks followed by
5 months lees contact in tanks.
The aromas are dominated by tart strawberry,
sweet cherries and a hint of cream.
A crisp, fresh palate featuring berries and
watermelon with a balanced acidity and cool,
dry finish.

13. First Sighting Range
FIRST SIGHTING PINOT NOIR FIRST SIGHTING SHIRAZ
100% Pinot Noir grapes
5 days cold soak after destemming to extract
colour and soft tannins.
Fermentation took place at 23˚C with inoculated
yeast strains with 3 pump overs daily. Aging in
older 300 litre French oak barrels for 11 months.
A complex wine with vibrant colour and classic
elegance. Exuberant cherry fruit flavours with a
fragrant spiciness complimented by ripe tannins
and a long finish.
3 days cold soak before fermentation and 22 days
skin contact during fermentation.
Fermentation took place at between 22 and 26˚C
with 3 pump overs daily. Maturation in mostly
older 300 litre French oak barrels for 12 months.
A full bodied wine with spicy pepper and mocha
aromas, layered with vibrant red berry fruit
flavours. Concentrated and complex with a
creamy finish.

14. Africa’s southernmost vineyards and winery
ELIM • SOUTH AFRICA
info@strandveld.co.za
Tel: +27 (0)28 482 1906 • Fax: +27 (0)28 482 1902
www.strandveld.co.za