26/10/2026
Circumstance Sauvignon Blanc - a w**e shaped by its surroundings
What makes Waterkloof Circumstance Sauvignon Blanc so unique? It begins with its sense of place.
Grown on the wind-swept slopes of the Schapenberg in Stellenbosch, from a block between 270-300 meters above sea level, overlooking False Bay, the vineyards benefit from cooling maritime influences that help preserve freshness and acidity in the grapes. The combination of coastal breezes, varied granite and sandstone soils and a long, gradual ripening season contributes to the w**e’s distinctive expression.
But it’s not just about the terroir. The Circumstance range reflects Waterkloof’s philosophy of working with nature, regenerative farming where our soils are kept healthy by using plant extract, fungi and bacteria from our own natural compost.
The result is a Sauvignon Blanc that looks beyond the familiar tropical fruit profile, offering a more nuanced expression of the variety, with freshness, texture and mineral character.
A w**e that tells the story of its landscape — from the cool Atlantic influence to the unique soils of the Schapenberg.
