Frans K Smit

This robust blend pairs excellently with grilled meats, hearty stews, and mature cheeses, complementing the rich flavors and textures of these dishes.​

Spier, near Stellenbosch, is one of South Africa’s oldest wine farms with a recorded history dating back to 1692. While rooted in this heritage, we've got a vibrant and conscious energy, and are home to one of the largest collections of contemporary South African art. Our wines are among the most awarded in the country. Visit us, and enjoy them paired with wholesome, tasty food made with ingredients grown either on our farm or by trusted, nearby farmers. If you feel like lingering, our Hotel and conferencing facilities offer inspiring Winelands getaways in the tranquillity of nature.

The wine was aged for 20 months in 225-liter French oak barrels, enhancing its complexity and structure. ​

The grapes were hand-picked, destemmed, and hand-sorted before fermentation. The wine was naturally fermented in stainless steel tanks, followed by maturation in 225-liter French oak barrels for a period of 20 months.