Raats Family Wines
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Bruwer Raats is one of South Africa’s most respected voices for Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc, two varieties he has championed since founding the estate in 2000. Farming the Polkadraai Hills with minimal intervention, he produces wines of precision and restraint that stand apart from the region’s more extracted mainstream. The Original Chenin Blanc is a benchmark for the style — textured, mineral, and built for ageing.
Why It's a Hidden Gem
South Africa’s foremost Chenin Blanc champion, producing wines that embarrass Burgundy at a fraction of the price — in a corner of Stellenbosch most tourists never reach.
Wines
Wine Styles
Standout Bottles
- Original Chenin Blanc
- Original Cabernet Franc
- Dolomite Chenin Blanc
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Location
Polkadraai Hills, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Practical Info
Appointment
Hours
Mon-Fri by appointment only
Tasting
From ZAR undefined+
Languages
English, Afrikaans
Address
Polkadraai Hills, Stellenbosch, South Africa
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