Vilafonté

01/09/2026

There is a particular kind of patience one requires when cellaring fine w**e in large bottles - the decision to wait, to anticipate a how a special vintage will mature far beyond the ordinary.

At Vilafonté, we carry this patience.

For the first time, we release a rare library allocation of 2016 Vilafonté Series M and Series C, both in Magnum format, with just 50 bottles of each available.

This vintage holds a special significance for Chris de Vries, as he stepped into his role as head w**emaker in October 2016. They were the first Vilafonté w**es he helped craft. Blending the 2016 vintage was a foundational experience which continues to inspire his approach today.

Two distinctive expressions of Vilafonté, preserved in grand format for life’s most memorable moments.

Visit us online at vilafonte.com

31/08/2026

The Garden Route, we’re heading your way.

Vilafonté will be participating in Vinimark - The W**e Company -Sip Into Summer, a curated w**e tasting experience. Join us.

30 September | Barrington’s, Plettenberg Bay
Book here: https://account.dineplan.com/widgetframe/HFBQCc9v?date=2026-09-30

2 October | Oubaai Hotel Golf & Spa, George
Book here: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1598703002

27/08/2026

Switzerland, we’re coming your way.

This Friday, 28 August, Vilafonté owner Mike Ratcliffe will be in Zurich for the Kapweine South African Days 2026 W**e Festival, hosting a special Vilafonté showcase and masterclass featuring vintages from across the decade. And yes, some of his favourites - the 2014 Series M and Series C - will be among them.

South African Days: Select the day you’d like to attend and register via kapweine.ch/de-ch/blogs/events Use code SAD2026 and your CHF 20 main event ticket is complimentary.

Vilafonté Showcase: The showcase ticket is CHF 30 and must be purchased separately. Book your Vilafonté Showcase ticket https://kapweine.ch/de-ch/products/vilafonte-vortrag?_pos=1&_psq=vilafonte+ticket&_psid=ec5ccb910&_ss=e

20/08/2026

Every ten years, we re-release a vintage. This year, it is the 2016 Vilafonté Series M and Series C, now available in magnum format for the first time. Join our mailing list to learn more. vilafonte.com

24/07/2026

Vilafonté w**egrower Edward Pietersen walks the rows as the mist settles pale and silent on the vines.

Bare above ground, the vineyard holds its quiet. Below it, the roots keep working but at a slow rate, preparing itself with resources.

This is the beauty and transformation found in winter's dormancy.

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20/07/2026

We just shrunk the w**e you love. On purpose.

And Mike Ratcliffe, owner of Vilafonté, is seriously excited about it.

Seriously Old Dirt now comes in 375ml. Same w**e, same character, seriously small.

How will you enjoy yours? Tell us below. 👇

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10/07/2026

Our smaller bottles are gaining attention. Vilafonté is now the first South African producer bringing a premium Bordeaux style red to market in 375ml bottles at meaningful scale. Dalene Fourie covers the story of Seriously Old Dirt by Vilafonté for News24.com

Subscribers can read the full piece here: https://www.news24.com/life/w**e/vilafontes-big-bet-on-seriously-small-bottles-20260703-0673

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From 1 July, Vilafonté becomes the first South African producer to bring a premium Bordeaux-style red to market in 375ml bottles at a meaningful scale.

18/06/2026

Seriously Old Dirt by Vilafonté — for the Seriously Cool Dad. The official w**e of Father's Day, Sunday 21 June. Available from w**e stores nationwide.

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12/06/2026

2023 Seriously Old Dirt by Vilafonté has made The Telegraph's list of the best w**es to buy at Waitrose right now.

Read here: telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/w**e/best-w**es-to-buy-at-waitrose/?ICID=continue_without_subscribing_reg_first

Waitrose & Partners

14/04/2026

Vilafonté Owner Mike Ratcliffe's pre-release comments on the new 2023 vintage of Series M and Series C:

"This is a wonderfully expressive vintage - fantastic tannins, round juicy flavours, incredible colour and a long length."

2023 Vilafonté Series M and Series C.

Now Available.

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