South Africa may have its share of big and bold wines, but it’s tackling cool-climate varietals such as Sauvignon Blanc with finesse too. This elegant example comes from a 300-year-old farm in the acclaimed Stellenbosch region and has aromas of elderflower, green fig and melon.

Family-owned Zevenwacht are big on biodiversity. They actively conserve 80 hectares of native fynbos shrubland on their estate to promote the preservation of this indigenous vegetation. They’re helping the environment in other ways too, using solar energy to power the cellar and conserving water where possible.

One of South Africa’s oldest wine regions – and certainly its most famous – Stellenbosch may be compact, but it manages to squeeze in a huge range of soils, vineyard aspects and grape varieties. The diversity of wine styles is impressive, but it’s the region’s Cabernet Sauvignon that is increasingly making the headlines. Plus, Zevenwacht Farm has a spectacular position with vineyards overlooking False Bay, Cape Point and landmark Table Mountain.

This wine will go perfect with Tomato Salad with White Anchovies & Burrata