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Editor's note
De Meye Wines Cabernet Franc2021
Great value
standout quality for the price; 2-critic agreement; strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop.
This week’s list
The twelve strongest value signals, after the editor’s pick above.
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1
Simonsig Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
priced below most of the 8 cabernet sauvignons we track; strong producer; drink now
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2
Stellenbosch Vineyards Chenin Blanc 2024
priced below most of the 9 chenin blancs we track; 2-critic agreement; drink now; only at 1 shop
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3
David Finlayson Wines Cabernet Franc 2023
standout quality for the price; top producer (avg 4.4★); only at 1 shop
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4
Ridgeback Cabernet Franc
standout quality for the price; 2-critic agreement; strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop
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5
Tokara Chardonnay
priced below most of the 8 chardonnays we track; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now
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6
DeMorgenzon Chardonnay
priced below most of the 8 chardonnays we track; top producer (avg 4.4★)
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7
GlenWood Chardonnay
priced below most of the 8 chardonnays we track; top producer (avg 4.3★); drink now
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8
Vergelegen Wines Chardonnay
53% cheaper than we've recently seen it; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now; only at 1 shop
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9
Darling Cellars Sir Charles Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot 2020
27% off the retailer's own listed price; 2-critic agreement; drink now
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10
Zorgvliet Wines Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
priced below most of the 8 cabernet sauvignons we track
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11
Alto Wine Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
41% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.5★); drink now
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On sale this week
Bottles priced below what we’ve recently seen them go for.
| # | Bottle | Wine | Rating | Price | Retailer | Link | Why |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Rhebokskloof Wine Estate Chardonnay 2023 | 4.5 | R120 6-btl case | winetimeonline.co.za | Buy | 23% cheaper than we've recently seen it; drink now |
| 2 |  |
Cederberg Private Cellar Chenin Blanc | 4.5 | R120 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 14% cheaper than we've recently seen it; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now |
| 3 |  |
Cederberg Private Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon | 5 | R285 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 8% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.4★) |
| 4 |  |
The Foundry Grenache Blanc 2022 | 5 | R235 | wynstore.co.za | Buy | 15% off the retailer's own listed price; 3-critic consensus; top producer (avg 4.5★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 5 |  |
Saxenburg Wine Farm Syrah | 5 | R209 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 38% cheaper than we've recently seen it; strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 6 |  |
Thelema Mountain Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon | 5 | R329 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 17% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.5★); drink now |
| 7 |  |
Iona Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2025 | 4.5 | R100 6-btl case | winetimeonline.co.za | Buy | 17% cheaper than we've recently seen it; top producer (avg 4.6★); drink now |
| 8 |  |
Saxenburg Wine Farm Cabernet Sauvignon | 4.5 | R209 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 38% cheaper than we've recently seen it; strong producer; past peak — drink soon; only at 1 shop |
| 9 |  |
Steenberg Vineyards Merlot | 4.5 | R210 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 16% cheaper than we've recently seen it; top producer (avg 4.5★); drink now |
| 10 |  |
Diemersfontein Wines Pinotage | 4.5 | R155 | woolworths.co.za | Buy | 8% cheaper than we've recently seen it |
| 11 |  |
Le Riche Wines Cabernet Sauvignon | 5 | R370 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 14% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.6★) |
| 12 |  |
De Grendel Wines Rosé | 4 | R90 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 17% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 3-critic consensus; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now |
| 13 |  |
Du Toitskloof Winery Shiraz | 4 | R80 | pnp.co.za | Buy | 16% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 2-critic agreement; drink now |
| 14 |  |
Cavalli Wine & Stud Farm Chardonnay | 4.5 | R249 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 11% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 3-critic consensus; top producer (avg 4.3★); drink now |
| 15 |  |
Meerlust Estate Rubicon | 5 | R600 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 10% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.6★) |
| 16 |  |
Stellenrust Chenin Blanc | 4 | R86 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 13% cheaper than we've recently seen it; strong producer; drink now |
| 17 |  |
Nabygelegen Private Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 | 4 | R112 | citycellar.co.za | Buy | 19% off the retailer's own listed price; only at 1 shop |
| 18 | Thelema Mountain Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc | 4.5 | R135 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 16% cheaper than we've recently seen it; top producer (avg 4.5★); drink now | |
| 19 |  |
Cederberg Private Cellar Sauvignon Blanc | 4.5 | R145 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 15% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now |
| 20 |  |
Spier Merlot | 4 | R100 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 13% cheaper than we've recently seen it; past peak — drink soon |
| 21 |  |
Saronsberg Cellar Full Circle | 5 | R680 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 9% cheaper than we've recently seen it; top producer (avg 4.3★) |
| 22 |  |
De Grendel Wines Sauvignon Blanc | 4 | R120 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 14% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 3-critic consensus; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now |
| 23 |  |
Zevenwacht Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 | 4 | R160 6-btl case | winetimeonline.co.za | Buy | 16% cheaper than we've recently seen it; 3-critic consensus; drink now |
| 24 |  |
The Goose Wines Sauvignon Blanc 2024 | 4 | R100 6-btl case | winetimeonline.co.za | Buy | 13% cheaper than we've recently seen it; drink now; only at 1 shop |
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Under R150 — everyday
Bottles to drink without ceremony. Strong critic backing relative to price.
| # | Bottle | Wine | Rating | Price | Retailer | Link | Why |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Fleur du Cap Chardonnay | 4.5 | R115 | takealot.com | Buy | 62% under the going rate for chardonnay (51 compared); 2-critic agreement; drink now |
| 2 |  |
Great Heart Wines Red Blend | 4.5 | R149 | ngf.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.4★); only at 1 shop |
| 3 |  |
Diemersdal Estate Syrah | 4.5 | R125 | woolworths.co.za | Buy | 67% under the going rate for syrah (26 compared); strong producer; only at 1 shop |
| 4 |  |
Bellevue Wine Estate Pinotage | 4.5 | R105 | woolworths.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 14 pinotages we track; strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 5 |  |
Le Bonheur Wine Estate Cabernet Sauvignon | 4.5 | R140 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 60% under the going rate for cabernet sauvignon (54 compared); strong producer; drink now |
| 6 |  |
Bayede! Cabernet Sauvignon | 4.5 | R109 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 66% under the going rate for cabernet sauvignon (54 compared); past peak — drink soon; only at 1 shop |
| 7 |  |
Chamonix Wine Farm Chardonnay | 4.5 | R129 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 59% under the going rate for chardonnay (51 compared); strong producer; drink now |
| 8 |  |
Le Bonheur Wine Estate Merlot | 4.5 | R145 | ngf.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 16 merlots we track; strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 9 | Salt Rock Wines Chenin Blanc | 4.5 | R135 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 51% under the going rate for chenin blanc (29 compared); strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop | |
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Waterkloof Sauvignon Blanc | 4.5 | R89 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 44% under the going rate for sauvignon blanc (26 compared); 2-critic agreement; strong producer; only at 1 shop |
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Opstal Estate Chenin Blanc 2025 | 4.5 | R140 | getwine.co.za | Buy | 49% under the going rate for chenin blanc (29 compared); strong producer; drink now |
| 12 | Rijk's Chenin Blanc | 4.5 | R145 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 48% under the going rate for chenin blanc (29 compared); top producer (avg 4.3★); drink now | |
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Stellenrust Shiraz | 4.5 | R115 | ngf.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 16 shirazs we track; strong producer; only at 1 shop |
| 14 |  |
Jordan Wine Estate Sauvignon Blanc | 4.5 | R89 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 44% under the going rate for sauvignon blanc (26 compared); strong producer; drink now |
| 15 |  |
Zevenwacht Sauvignon Blanc 2024 | 5 | R135 6-btl case | thewinestore.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; 2-critic agreement; drink now |
| 16 |  |
Saronsberg Cellar Shiraz | 4.5 | R146 | getwine.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 16 shirazs we track; 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.3★); drink now |
| 17 |  |
Rooiberg Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 | 4 | R70 6-btl case | winetimeonline.co.za | Buy | 67% under the going rate for cabernet sauvignon (34 compared) |
| 18 |  |
Stellenrust Sauvignon Blanc | 4.5 | R99 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 38% under the going rate for sauvignon blanc (26 compared); strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 19 |  |
La Motte Sauvignon Blanc | 4.5 | R125 | pnp.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; 3-critic consensus; strong producer; drink now |
| 20 |  |
Diemersdal Estate Chardonnay Unwooded | 4 | R100 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 56% under the going rate for chardonnay (32 compared); 2-critic agreement; strong producer; drink now |
| 21 |  |
Waterkloof Merlot | 4 | R89 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 59% under the going rate for merlot (22 compared); strong producer; drink now |
| 22 |  |
Hartenberg Estate Shiraz | 4.5 | R135 | ngf.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 16 shirazs we track; strong producer; past peak — drink soon |
| 23 |  |
Swartland Winery Syrah | 4 | R95 | ngf.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 15 syrahs we track; drink now |
| 24 |  |
Walker Bay Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2024 | 4 | R70 6-btl case | winetimeonline.co.za | Buy | 54% under the going rate for sauvignon blanc (44 compared); drink now; only at 1 shop |
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R150–R400 — cellar core
The working middle. Where the deepest value tends to sit.
| # | Bottle | Wine | Rating | Price | Retailer | Link | Why |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
DeMorgenzon Chenin Blanc | 5 | R155 | ngf.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 9 chenin blancs we track; top producer (avg 4.4★); only at 1 shop |
| 2 |  |
Vergelegen Wines Cabernet Sauvignon | 4.5 | R160 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 56% under the going rate for cabernet sauvignon (54 compared); 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now |
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Simonsig Family Vineyards Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon | 5 | R239 | takealot.com | Buy | standout quality for the price; strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 4 |  |
Mischa Estate Cabernet Franc 2024 | 4.5 | R166 | getwine.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 10 cabernet francs we track; cellar to ~2029; only at 1 shop |
| 5 |  |
Paul Clüver Family Wines Village Chardonnay | 4.5 | R155 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | 52% under the going rate for chardonnay (51 compared); 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.5★); drink now |
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Iona Vineyards Pinot Noir 2023 | 4.5 | R189 | cellarclub.co.za | Buy | 51% under the going rate for pinot noir (21 compared); 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.6★); drink now |
| 7 |  |
Diemersdal Estate Merlot | 4.5 | R165 | ngf.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 16 merlots we track; 2-critic agreement; strong producer |
| 8 |  |
Thelema Mountain Vineyards Chardonnay | 5 | R269 | ngf.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; top producer (avg 4.5★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 9 |  |
Leeuwenkuil Family Vineyards Chenin Blanc 2024 | 5 | R171 | getwine.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 10 |  |
Nitida Cellars Merlot | 4.5 | R159 | ngf.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 16 merlots we track; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now |
| 11 |  |
Diemersdal Estate Winter Ferment Sauvignon Blanc | 5 | R225 | woolworths.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; 3-critic consensus; strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 12 |  |
The Fledge & Co Syrah | 4.5 | R185 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 51% under the going rate for syrah (26 compared); top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 13 |  |
Glenelly Estate Chardonnay | 4.5 | R159 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 51% under the going rate for chardonnay (51 compared); top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now |
| 14 |  |
Constantia Glen Sauvignon Blanc | 5 | R220 | getwine.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; 3-critic consensus; top producer (avg 4.9★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 15 |  |
Trade Winds Wine Cabernet Sauvignon | 4.5 | R195 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 43% under the going rate for cabernet sauvignon (54 compared); 2-critic agreement; strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 16 |  |
Lourensford Wine Estate Pinot Noir | 4.5 | R185 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 50% under the going rate for pinot noir (21 compared); strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 17 |  |
David Finlayson Wines Chardonnay | 4.5 | R169 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 47% under the going rate for chardonnay (51 compared); top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now |
| 18 |  |
Almenkerk Wine Estate Chardonnay | 5 | R369 | takealot.com | Buy | standout quality for the price; 3-critic consensus; top producer (avg 4.5★); drink now |
| 19 |  |
Raka Cabernet Franc | 4.5 | R239 | takealot.com | Buy | priced below most of the 10 cabernet francs we track |
| 20 |  |
David Finlayson Wines Pinot Noir | 4.5 | R199 | cellarclub.co.za | Buy | 47% under the going rate for pinot noir (21 compared); top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now |
| 21 |  |
Zevenwacht Chenin Blanc 2024 | 5 | R185 6-btl case | thewinestore.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 22 |  |
Botanica Wines Cabernet Franc 2024 | 4.5 | R250 | winecellar.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 10 cabernet francs we track; top producer (avg 4.6★); cellar to ~2029; only at 1 shop |
| 23 |  |
David Finlayson Wines Cabernet Sauvignon | 4.5 | R219 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 39% under the going rate for cabernet sauvignon (54 compared); 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now |
| 24 |  |
Mooiplaas Wine Estate & Private Nature Reserve Merlot-Cabernet Franc 2023 | 4.5 | R255 | wynstore.co.za | Buy | priced below most of the 10 cabernet francs we track; strong producer; only at 1 shop |
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R400 and above — the occasion shelf
Wines whose price is still below the median for their peer band.
| # | Bottle | Wine | Rating | Price | Retailer | Link | Why |
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| 1 |  |
Tokara Director's Reserve White | 5 | R420 | woolworths.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; 3-critic consensus; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 2 |  |
Warwick Wine Estate Cabernet Franc | 5 | R676 | getwine.co.za | Buy | 3-critic consensus; strong producer; drink now |
| 3 |  |
Brookdale Estate Bradbourne White Blend 2024 | 5 | R400 | wineofthemonth.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; 2-critic agreement; strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 4 |  |
Taaibosch Wines Crescendo | 5 | R405 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; 2-critic agreement; drink now |
| 5 |  |
Old Road Wine Company Stone Trail Chenin Blanc | 5 | R429 | ngf.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.7★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 6 |  |
Vergelegen Wines Estate Red 2022 | 5 | R545 | wineofthemonth.co.za | Buy | 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 7 |  |
Quoin Rock Wines Chardonnay | 5 | R489 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.4★); only at 1 shop |
| 8 |  |
Tesselaarsdal Wines Chardonnay | 5 | R419 | ngf.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; drink now |
| 9 |  |
Paul Clüver Family Wines Seven Flags Pinot Noir | 5 | R1250 | woolworths.co.za | Buy | 3-critic consensus; top producer (avg 4.5★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 10 |  |
Flagstone Winery Dark Horse Shiraz 2021 | 5 | R415 | wineofthemonth.co.za | Buy | standout quality for the price; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 11 |  |
David & Nadia Aristargos 2024 | 5 | R520 | wynstore.co.za | Buy | 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.6★); cellar to ~2029; only at 1 shop |
| 12 |  |
Quoin Rock Wines Shiraz | 5 | R749 | ngf.co.za | Buy | 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 13 |  |
Thelema Mountain Vineyards The Mint Cabernet Sauvignon | 5 | R520 | ultraliquors.co.za | Buy | top producer (avg 4.5★); drink now |
| 14 |  |
Jordan Wine Estate Cobblers Hill | 5 | R560 | woolworths.co.za | Buy | strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 15 |  |
Stellenzicht Wines Acheulean Red 2019 | 5 | R875 | wineofthemonth.co.za | Buy | 2-critic agreement; top producer (avg 4.4★); only at 1 shop |
| 16 |  |
Oldenburg Vineyards Cabernet Franc | 5 | R729 | ngf.co.za | Buy | top producer (avg 4.5★); only at 1 shop |
| 17 |  |
Botanica Wines Chenin Blanc 2024 | 5 | R695 | winecellar.co.za | Buy | top producer (avg 4.6★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 18 | Constantia Glen Constantia Glen Five | 5 | R739 | ngf.co.za | Buy | top producer (avg 4.9★); drink now; only at 1 shop | |
| 19 | Hidden Valley Wines Petit Verdot | 5 | R699 | ngf.co.za | Buy | top producer (avg 4.6★); only at 1 shop | |
| 20 |  |
Keet Wines First Verse 2022 | 5 | R945 | wynstore.co.za | Buy | drink now; only at 1 shop |
| 21 | Ernie Els Wines Ernie Els Signature | 5 | R976 | getwine.co.za | Buy | top producer (avg 4.4★); only at 1 shop | |
| 22 |  |
Raats Family Wines Vlag Vineyard Selection Polkadraai Hills Cabernet Franc 2023 | 5 | R1700 | vineyardvault.co.za | Buy | top producer (avg 4.7★); only at 1 shop |
| 23 | Villion Family Wines Cabernet Franc 2021 | 4.5 | R448 | citycellar.co.za | Buy | strong producer; drink now; only at 1 shop | |
| 24 |  |
Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2023 | 4.5 | R600 | wynstore.co.za | Buy | 3-critic consensus; top producer (avg 4.4★); drink now; only at 1 shop |
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