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0218091611 Mont Fleur Farm Blaauwklippen Rd
Stellenbosch, 7599
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De Trafford Winery is situated on the beautiful Mont Fleur farm set at the top of a dramatic valley above Stellenbosch, 380m up between the Stellenbosch and Helderberg mountains, right at the end of the Blaauwklip road, between Stellenbosch and Somerset West. The history of wine growing on this mountain farm started with the purchase of the property in 1976 by the Trafford family as inaccessible grazing land. Many of the high altitude slopes were deemed suitable for high quality red grape varieties. Unfortunately, due to the absurd quota restrictions, planting a commercial vineyard had to wait 18 years. In 1983 a small vineyard was established to produce experimental wines - consumed by family and friends! These were our learning curve years ( 1984 - 1991 ), which included lots of help and advice from local winemakers and working experience in France, particularly in the Bordeaux area. – Description from Kursulla

De Trafford Cabernet Sauvignon Stellenbosch (2004)

Winery: De Trafford
Region: South Africa » Coastal Region
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Type: Table Wines
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Caroline Henry

Deep ruby in color, with a nose of red berries, a hint of cassis and some cedar. An elegant wine, with a firm tannic structure and good acidity; pretty fruit-forward on the palate with an explosion of red and black berries in the mid palate and a littl...

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  • March 2013

    Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most popular and widely planted red grape ... ... lingering finish. 2004 De Trafford Cabernet Sauvignon Stellenbosch, South Africa(100% Cabernet Sauvignon) Deep ruby in color, with a nose of red berries, a hint of cassis and some cedar. An elegant wine, with a firm tannic structure and good acidity; pretty frui... Read More

    From the article The Capitols of Cabernet


  • De Trafford Cabernet Sauvignon Stellenbosch 2004

    March 2013

    De Trafford Cabernet Sauvignon Stellenbosch 2004

    Snoothrank:

    Deep ruby in color, with a nose of red berries, a hint of cassis and some cedar. An elegant wine, with a firm tannic structure and good acidity; pretty fruit-forward on the palate with an explosion of red and black berries in the mid palate and a little cocoa and dried herbs in the smoky finish. Read More

    Wine review by Caroline Henry


  • Tierhoek Chenin Blanc Straw Wine 2006

    September 2010

    Tierhoek Chenin Blanc Straw Wine 2006

    Snoothrank:

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    Wine review by judiebugbraune


  • May 2010

    Hospice du Rhone, the brainchild of John Alban, has become Spring's epicenter ... exciting, 92 points. De Trafford Shiraz, 2007Save the bombshell for last, eh?  She was a bombshell indeed, popping and crackling from the bouquet of melted licorice, bittersweet cocoa, blackberry liqueur and sweet toast notes.  The palate is best described as an ... Read More

    Forum post in the topic Hospice du Rhone Installment...


  • Feb 23, 2010

    Amazing estate, with fantastic wines, friendly staff and a gorgeous location.

    Comment by 315206Niel M 315206 Niel M


  • De Trafford Merlot Stellenbosch 2004

    February 2010

    De Trafford Merlot Stellenbosch 2004

    Snoothrank:

    Anticipate a deep true red color with a nose of bright red berries, cherries and subtle notes of earth, nuts and spices. The wine is full-bodied yet elegantly restrained, and the palate is packed with complex fruit and fine tannins. It is finely textured with a classic long, dry finish. The wine was bottled unfiltered by hand, so expect some sed... Read More

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  • de Trafford Shiraz Stellenbosch 2001

    November 2008

    de Trafford Shiraz Stellenbosch 2001

    Snoothrank:

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    Wine review by bemoe


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    May 2008

    De Trafford Merlot Stellenbosch 2004

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