World's Best Vineyards 

Benguela Cove; World’s Top 100 Vineyards

#53 in 2023 | #86 in 2024

Benguela Cove is honoured to be recognized as one of the World’s Best Vineyards, a prestigious accolade that celebrates the finest wine experiences across the globe. Nestled along South Africa’s breathtaking coastline, Benguela Cove Wine Estate is a true destination for wine lovers, offering exceptional wines, stunning natural beauty, and unparalleled experiences.

Our inclusion in this global ranking reflects our dedication to producing outstanding cool-climate wines and delivering unforgettable moments for every visitor. From our meticulously crafted wines to our picturesque vineyard, Benguela Cove stands out not only for its world-class quality but also for its welcoming and luxurious environment.

“The vineyards are farmed as naturally as possible, micromanaged to nurture each vine to its full potential.”  Winemaker, Johann Fourie

The Story of our Vineyards

The story of our vineyards is told from the roots up. Our vines are thoroughly adjusted to the marginal conditions close to the sea. Varietals are anchored in diverse soil types and on different elevations. As a result, the terroir creates various microclimates to harbour different varieties. Exposed to the wrath of the stormy Cape, the wind is also our friend, keeping the vines healthy and cool. The estate is planted with a variety of red and white wine cultivars, as well as various clones thereof to create a diverse winemaking canvas.

The vineyards at Benguela Cove are unique. Dedicated to the craft of allowing each wine to tell its own story, only estate-grown grapes are used to encapsulate this quintessential cool-climate. Basked in sunshine yet cooled by maritime winds, our wine farm in the Hemel en Aarde region proudly boasts some of the most sought-after terroirs in the Western Cape.