About Stark-Condé Wines
Stark-Condé Wines is a boutique, family-owned winery established in 1998 in the dramatic Jonkershoek Valley of Stellenbosch. Founded by Cuban-American winemaker José Condé and his German-Japanese in-laws Hans and Midori Schroder, the estate produces around 6,000 cases annually of premium, hand-crafted wines. The property features 40 hectares of organically-farmed vineyards with steep elevation changes from 150 to 600 metres, creating distinct terroirs ideal for different varietals. Winemaker José Condé, originally a graphic designer, made his first vintage in 1998 which immediately received 5 stars from John Platter. The estate practices traditional winemaking methods including hand sorting, open-tank fermentation, hand punchdowns, basket pressing, and patient maturation in French oak barrels for up to 22 months. All wines are bottled without fining or filtration. The farm boasts some of South Africa’s highest altitude Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards, with 80% of the property remaining virgin terrain that mirrors the biodiversity of the neighboring Jonkershoek National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The estate is home to the popular Postcard Café, housed in a stunning setting with a charming Balinese-style tasting room floating on its own island in the middle of the dam. Named a ‘South African First Growth’ by Tim Atkin MW, Stark-Condé has won numerous accolades including Old Mutual Trophy for Most Successful Producer, Best Cabernet Sauvignon, and Best Shiraz.
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Experiences at Stark-Condé Wines
Island Tasting Room Experience
Intimate wine tastings in Balinese-style room floating on dam island. Personal attention to each wine's details with spectacular mountain views. R140 per tasting.
Premium Wine Tasting
Taste flagship Three Pines and Oude Nektar wines. Limited availability single-vineyard expressions showcasing best of Jonkershoek terroir.
Postcard Café Dining
Award-winning restaurant open daily 8am-4pm. Breakfast, lunch, and cakes with vegetarian/vegan options. Private events up to 120 guests.
Three Pines Cottage
Self-catering 2-bedroom cottage on working farm. Mountain views, braai facilities, generator power. Ideal for cyclists and hikers near Jonkershoek Nature Reserve.
Estate Hiking & Mountain Biking
Guests staying overnight can hike on estate trails. Mountain biking permitted with prior arrangement. Direct access to Jonkershoek Nature Reserve trails.
Our Signature Wines
Hand-picked selections from our cellar
Oude Nektar Cabernet Sauvignon
Flagship single-vineyard wine from the highest elevation block at 550m. Finely textured with silky tannins and unique floral notes. One of South Africa's most consistently awarded Cabernets since 2000.
Three Pines Cabernet Sauvignon
Single-vineyard flagship estate selection from high elevation sites. Named for three pine trees overlooking the winery. Elegant with fine tannins typical of Jonkershoek Valley.
Three Pines Syrah
Smallest production wine from just 22 rows of older Syrah vines. Described as having 'the texture of crushed violets' with fine balance between power and elegance.
Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon
Blended from different vineyard blocks on the estate. Traditional Bordeaux-style blend displaying rich palate, long finish, and fine tannins.
Stellenbosch Syrah
Old-world style Syrah from unique stone-scattered vineyard. Elegant and floral with Viognier and Roussanne co-fermented for aromatics and texture.
The Field Blend
Unique co-fermented blend of Roussanne, Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Verdelho from single vineyard block. Aromatics and richness balanced with bright fruit and acidity.
Monk Stone Chenin Blanc
Single-block Chenin Blanc partially fermented in concrete eggs. Showcases purity and minerality of Jonkershoek terroir.
Round Mountain Sauvignon Blanc
High elevation single-vineyard wine fermented in neutral French oak. Two-time Old Mutual Trophy winner and FNB Top 10 Sauvignon Blanc Award recipient.
Stellenbosch Petite Sirah
Made from relatively rare Petite Sirah vines (different from Syrah). Bold and structured wine recently planted in South Africa.
Lingen Red Blend
From 1.5 hectare walled 'clos' vineyard. Syrah-based blend with other varietals creating aromatic wine with rich palate and elegant tannins.
Postcard Series Cabernet Sauvignon
Made from selected vineyards outside the farm. Part of accessible range showcasing different Stellenbosch terroirs.
Postcard Series Sauvignon Blanc
Sourced from vineyards beyond the estate. Fresh, modern expression of Stellenbosch Sauvignon Blanc.
Postcard Series Chenin Blanc
From selected external vineyards. Accessible style showcasing Stellenbosch Chenin Blanc character.
Stellenbosch Rosé
Delicate rosé perfect for sunny days. Fresh and elegant with subtle red fruit notes.