Our Marizanne 2025 is an FNB Sauvignon Blanc Sa Top 10 Wine!
Following its stellar performance at the 2026 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards, where it won the Southern Sun Sauvignon Blanc Trophy, our 2025 Marizanne Reserve Sauvignon Blanc has added another accolade to its name, having been selected as one of the FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 wines for 2026.
Named after Marizanne, daughter of André and Ronelle Brink and representing the fifth generation, this cool-climate Sauvignon Blanc is crafted predominantly from fruit sourced from an older vineyard block, complemented by a small portion from a younger block. Juice from the older vines is fermented in amphora with skins and in barrels, while the younger-vine component is fermented in a concrete egg. The wine is matured separately in these vessels for approximately nine months before being blended proportionally.
With excellent ageing potential of at least five years, this is a layered yet restrained wine, offering inviting flavours of quince, cumquat and orange blossom, complemented by subtle hints of mango, nutmeg and vanilla bean. It pairs beautifully with creamy white meat dishes, as well as desserts such as passionfruit sponge cake with poached pears.
The 2025 vintage is not yet available to purchase, but keep an eye out for its launch early in the new year!
In the meantime, you can stock up on our equally elegant 2024 vintage at a special price until 30 November 2026, or while stocks last
Marizanne Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2024
R1 500 per six-bottle case | Wine Herd members: R1 420 per six-bottle case
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Now open until 19:00 on Fridays
Our tasting room and restaurant are now open until 19:00 on Fridays! Come and enjoy a guided tasting of our award-winning wines in our bright, modern tasting area, or visit our farm-style eatery, housed in the historic 1767 farm stable, for delicious small plates or fresh, seasonal dishes from our à la carte menu, beautifully paired with our wines.
Expect exceptional dishes showcasing local produce and fresh ingredients sourced directly from our farm, including figs, quinces, honey, olive oil, meat, bread and dairy.
Generosity defines the dining experience here, making it the perfect setting for a leisurely, family-style breakfast or lunch over the weekend, or a midweek treat. And now, with extended Friday hours, you can ease into the weekend over a glass of wine and a delicious meal.
Reserve your table via Dineplan or email restaurant@grootphesantekraal.co.za.
Small plates for summer sharing
Summer is in full swing at Groot Phesantekraal, and we're celebrating with a tempting selection of small plates at our farm-style restaurant. Perfect for sharing or enjoying individually, the dishes are priced at R150 each, or R400 for a selection of three.
Available from Tuesday to Sunday, between 12:00 and 15:30, the menu features:
- Ciao Ciao Mozzarella, with peas, mint, crisp potato and lemon dressing
- Phesantekraal Venison Tartare, with tostada, charred onion, biltong and avocado
- Glazed Ox Tongue, with carrot cake, pickled mustard seeds, and caper and sultana relish
- Beer-Braised Mussels, with smoked butter, coriander and roosterkoek
- Duck Liver Parfait, with fig and pecan chutney, port-soaked Adam fig and Cape seed loaf
Each dish can be paired with a carefully selected wine by the glass, available at an additional cost.
Reserve your table via Dineplan or email restaurant@grootphesantekraal.co.za.
Rosé all day…. Yes, that’s our summer vibe
Pretty in pink with a spirited personality, our Rosé All Day cocktail, developed by Julian Short of Sin+Tax in Johannesburg, celebrates sunshine, good company and a little bit of fun. Featuring Groot Phesantekraal Rosé, tequila blanco, strawberry and balsamic syrup, and fresh lime, this vibrant cocktail balances fruity sweetness with savoury depth and refreshing citrus notes, finished with a distinctive strawberry salt dust garnish.
Inspired by the playful spirit of the farm, the cocktail is accompanied by a charming short film featuring Ronelle Brink and her elegant prize geese, affectionately bringing a little extra personality and “shenanigans” to the story.
Perfect for leisurely afternoons, shared platters and good conversation, Rosé All Day is available at the Groot Phesantekraal restaurant throughout November. Come and enjoy a little pink indulgence!
Click here to view the recipe and video.