Delheim Grand Reserve presents a dark ruby red hue with a sophisticated bouquet of blackberries and blackcurrant, complemented by intriguing notes of tobacco, tomato leaf, fresh pencil shavings and cassis. On the palate, elegant dark red fruits unfold with a smooth, chalky tannin structure characteristic of the region. This wine demonstrates excellent ageing potential, developing gracefully over 15 years in the cellar. Best enjoyed alongside hearty lamb dishes that echo its structured complexity.

About the Producer

Delheim Wines stands as a testament to a legacy deeply rooted in nature, spanning over seven decades. The ethos of conservation and emphasising sustainable farming practices in wine making has always existed on Delheim.

At the 375 hectare, family owned, Delheim estate on the magnificent slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain, they actively conserve large areas of pristine mountain fynbos (a distinctive type of vegetation found only on the southern tip of Africa. It includes a very wide range of plant species, particularly small heather-like trees and shrubs), including the rare Boland Granite Fynbos, along with 120 indigenous plant varieties and a yellowwood forest.

The sustainable practices focus on regenerative nature-friendly viticulture, integrated environmental management, water and energy efficiency, and optimising biodiversity, as well as prioritising employee welfare and engaging the local community.

Delheim is owned by the Sperling family. The late Michael Hans “Spatz” Sperling, was the Patriarch and also a South African wine industry legend. His wife Vera still resides on the farm.

Eldest son Victor Sperling and eldest daughter Nora Thiel serve as directors of the company and live on the farm with their families.

Vineyard and Winery

The finest vineyard blocks selected on Delheim Estate
Soil: Oakleaf profile, mainly decomposed granite
Slope: South-west facing
Height above sea level: 220–280 m
Trellising: Cabernet Sauvignon – bush vines, Merlot, Petit Verdot Cabernet Franc - VSP system

The grapes are hand-picked in small batches. The juice is fermented in a combination of open top fermenters and vertical stainless steel tanks. Punch-downs and pump-overs are done for extraction. The wine is barrel matured for 18 months in 300 L French oak barrels. Only finest barrels are selected for the Grand Reserve Blend.