Our Wines
If one isn’t taking in the views over a glass of wine, or cooling off in the pool, the more energetic can enjoy a walk through the beautiful, fragrant gardens and fruit orchards, up to the top of the vineyard which offers one a panoramic view of the Franschhoek Valley and an opportunity to enjoy the diverse local bird life. The Franschhoek Valley is renowned for wine making and at Chanteclair we produce our own Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc and Malbec. A careful selection of only the best quality grapes grown on the property are used to produce small quantities of premium wines for your enjoyment.
Malbec
We have an enthusiasm and love for this special cultivar. After the overwhelming success of our first vintage in 2012, we have now had the seventh release of the Malbec which was fermented in small open top fermenters and matured for 18 months in a selection of first and second fill French oak barrels. Dark black fruit with a rich texture, combined with subtle firm tannins, make this Malbec ready to enjoy today or cellar for further complexity.
Chenin Blanc
After years of perfecting, we have had the sixth release of our Chenin Blanc, which was barrel fermented and allowed to mature for 18 months in new French oak barrels. The result is a wine with a creamy, toasty nose with melon and white peach, laced together by crisp acidity on the finish.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Our Cabernet Sauvignon has been fermented in small open-top fermenters and matured for 18 months in French oak barrels. This has resulted in an opulent, full-bodied wine with subtle tannins, vibrant red fruit and a smooth finish which can be enjoyed now or allowed to mature for further complexity.
Super Stay
From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, we were pampered by the friendly hosts and the helpful, friendly staff. The staff were properly trained and you experience a sense of stewardship in their behaviour. Informative, caring and passionate about their jobs. The venue was clean and the bedding comfortable. The breakfast was exquisite and well presented. It goes without saying that the location is great and a convenient distance from town. Short enough to walk to town, yet far enough to be called a farm stay. We will return without a doubt.