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South Africa's wines embody a rich tapestry of flavors and heritage, captivating palates worldwide. From the robust reds of Stellenbosch to the crisp Chenin Blancs of the Cape, each sip tells a story of terroir and craftsmanship. As we celebrate South African Wine Week, raise a glass to the Rainbow Nation's wine culture, a true expression of landscape and passion. Explore wines of South Africa at Gary's!

Shop from our Top 5 Best-Selling South African Wines

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Mullineux Old Vines White
$34.97
2023 750 mL Mullineux
Mullineux Old Vines White
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Essay Red Blend Coastal Region South Africa
Gary's Direct
$9.99
2022 750 mL
Essay Red Blend Coastal Region South Africa
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Tesselaarsdal Pinot Noir
On Sale
$44.97 $64.99
2022 750 mL Tesselaarsdal
Tesselaarsdal Pinot Noir
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Essay White Blend South Africa
Gary's Direct
$9.99
2023 750 mL Essay
Essay White Blend South Africa
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KWV 'The Mentors' Cabernet Franc Stellenbosch
Best Sellers
$18.97 $25.99
2020 750 mL
KWV 'The Mentors' Cabernet Franc Stellenbosch

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Perfect Cheese Pairings for South African Wines

Pairing wine with cheese is an art, and we’ve made it easy for you! Explore five expertly selected South African wines alongside their perfect cheese pairings. From bold reds to crisp whites, each pairing is designed to enhance the flavors and create a balanced tasting experience.

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Essay Red Blend

Chaseholm Farms Moonlight (Upstate New York / Pine Plains)
Raw Cow’s Milk. Log shaped cheese dusted with vegetable ash creating a frosty gray bloomed rind. Edible rind, soft ripened lower layer encasing a fudgy bright center. Grass, hay and pepper notes

Essay White Blend

Alta Langa Robiola (Italy/Lombardi)

Pasteurized Cow and Sheep milk blend. Chewy edible rind, extremely lush runny paste. Mild with a nice balance of sweet and savory. Perfect with fresh fruit or fruit jams.

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2023 Mullineux Old Vines White

Tomme Vache (France / Basque)

Pasteurized Cow’s Milk. Moldy rind around a semi firm ivory colored paste. Mellow with lower salt content. Notes of fresh grass and citrus.

2022 Tesselaarsdal Pinot Noir

La Charmant Toggenburg (Switzerland / Alps)

Pasteurized Cow’s Milk. Firm Alpine with ample nuttiness and notes of wildflowers and fresh grass. Finishes with a bright, slightly acidic, tang.

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KWV MENTORS CABERNET FRANC

Le Pico (France/Perigord)

Pasteurized Goat’s Milk. Very creamy paste with a sticky brine washed rind. Very earthy and mushroomy with mild notes of barnyard.

RED WINE

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KWV 'The Mentors' Cabernet Franc Stellenbosch
Best Sellers
$18.97 $25.99
2020 750 mL
KWV 'The Mentors' Cabernet Franc Stellenbosch
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Klein Constantia Estate Red Constantia Valley
Best Sellers
$24.99
2021 750 mL
Klein Constantia Estate Red Constantia Valley
The Chocolate Block
Best Sellers
$27.99 $36.99
2022 750 mL
The Chocolate Block
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Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir
Limited Quantity
$43.99 $57.99
2022 750 mL Hamilton Russell
Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir
Man Family Wines Cabernet Sauvignon
On Sale
$9.99 $12.99
2021 750 mL Man Family Wines
Man Family Wines Cabernet Sauvignon
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Meerlust Rubicon
On Sale
$37.99 $49.99
2018 750 mL Meerlust
Meerlust Rubicon
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Tesselaarsdal Pinot Noir
On Sale
$44.97 $64.99
2022 750 mL Tesselaarsdal
Tesselaarsdal Pinot Noir

WHITE WINE

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Essay White Blend South Africa
Gary's Direct
$9.99
2023 750 mL Essay
Essay White Blend South Africa
5.0
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MAN Chenin Blanc
On Sale
$9.99 $12.99
2023 750 mL Man Family Wines
MAN Chenin Blanc
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Mullineux Old Vines White
$34.97
2023 750 mL Mullineux
Mullineux Old Vines White
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Klein Constantia Vin de Constance
On Sale
$68.99 $84.99
2021 500 mL
Klein Constantia Vin de Constance

MEET THE WINEMAKERS

Clayton Christians 
Jam Jar
Sweet Shiraz:

Clayton Christians | Indaba | Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, & Sauvignon Blanc

Johan Malan | Simonsig Wine Estate | Pinotage and Chenin Blanc:

Peter de Wet | Excelsior Wine Estate
Syrah:

Peter de Wet | Excelsior Wine Estate
Chardonnay:

Peter de Wet | Excelsior Wine Estate
Cabernet Sauvignon

Matt Day | Klein Constantia | Sauvignon Blanc & Red Blend

Henry Kotzé | Mulderbosch Vineyards | Sauvignon Blanc & Red Blend:

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