The Swartland wine scene has flourished so much in the last generation that many of the region’s viticultural pioneers have become international tastemakers, producing at a larger scale. While the area is home to many big names in wine, sometimes you just want to find something a little more unique or less mainstream. There is a clutch of boutique wineries whose taste and style is dictated by terroir, not by the trends guiding the bigger guys. One such producer is Whiley Wines, founded by Kenneth Whiley.

The small hands-on producer in Riebeeck Kasteel released his maiden vintage in 2020. Grapes are sourced from farms in the Riebeeck Valley area and the wines are made at the production facilities of Riebeek Valley Wines Company. Whiley’s mission is to produce blends that are unique in style and of exceptional quality. The wine range currently consists out of Foxtrot White and Foxtrot Red.

Foxtrot White

Crafted from immaculately managed vines, this fine white is smooth on the palate with decent acidity and a moist lemon sponge flavour. It’s the perfect wine to pair with Cape Malay Pickled Fish.

Foxtrot Red

Plump, intense and juicy while remaining clean and complex, the Foxtrot Red is a highly-approachable wine that goes down a real treat! The wine pairs very well with grilled meats, wild game, beef stew and lamb.

Both wines offer exceptional value for money are currently on sale at a discounted price, so be sure to order a case or two and experience finely crafted wines made with great passion and care.