Winter in the Cape Winelands is a time for slow-roasted meals, long-table gatherings and quiet moments beside the fire – always made better with a well-chosen bottle of red. From its position on the slopes of the Helderberg, Ernie Els Wines offers a range of reds crafted to bring warmth, structure and lasting character to the season.
Over 60% of the vineyards at the winery are planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, a variety that has always been central to the vision of winemaker Louis Strydom. The vines benefit from north- and north-east-facing slopes, Tukulu and Oakleaf soils rich in clay, and a climate moderated by ocean breezes. Together, these elements create the ideal conditions for producing full-bodied, fruit-driven reds that reflect both site and season.
“Single-minded focus, a site selected for its ideal growing conditions, and gentle extraction techniques during the winemaking process all combine to create premium, full-bodied wines with the classic Cabernet Sauvignon cues that set apart every bottle of Ernie Els wine,” – Louis Strydom, Winemaker.
From the iconic Signature blend to the structured Major Series, the bold Proprietor’s range and the ever-approachable Big Easy, each red wine in the collection is crafted with both immediate enjoyment and cellar potential in mind. These are wines made for winter – generous in flavour, layered in complexity, and well suited to rich dishes, slow braises and long, fireside evenings.
The winery first opened its doors in 2005, and following a comprehensive renovation, now welcomes visitors to its tasting room and restaurant seven days a week. In 2024, Ernie Els Wines was awarded Best Cellar Door Experience by Tim Atkin MW in his annual South Africa Report, along with the Best of Wine Tourism Award for Architecture and Landscaping. While the winery remains a sought-after destination for wine lovers, the full range is available for delivery nationwide via the online store.
Each bottle speaks of place, precision and the steady vision of two legends: Ernie Els, whose name the wines carry, and Louis Strydom, who has guided their evolution from the very beginning. The Helderberg’s unique soils and elevated vineyards produce red wines of elegance, structure and staying power – made to be shared now, or cellared for seasons to come.
This winter, Ernie Els Wines invites you to explore their selection of red wines online to stock the cellar, set the table, or simply elevate a quiet moment with something remarkable.
Spend R1500 or more online and receive 10% off your order. Complimentary delivery applies to purchases over R500.
For tasting room and restaurant bookings:
bookings@ernieelswines.com
+27 (0) 21 881 3588
