Carefully cultivated. Purposefully perfected.
If your sense of taste favours the elegance and complexity of classic Bordeaux-style reds, The High Road is the route that will consistently reward you.
Since 2003, The High Road has cultivated a considerable reputation amongst Bordeaux aficionados. Our wines consistently receive top accolades from British Master of Wine Tim Atkin, Platter’s South African Wine Guide, and the Trophy Wine Show sponsored by Investec and chaired by Michael Fridjhon.
At the 2023 Trophy Wine Show, our Director’s Reserve 2019 won three trophies: the Riedel Trophy for Best Bordeaux-style Red Blend of Show, the Vinolok Trophy for Best Premium Wine of Show, and the Investec Trophy for Best Red Wine of Show.
Distinction
Four unwavering pillars.
Guided by our consultant winemakers for 23 vintages, we produce vintage-specific wines with the elegance, depth and distinctiveness of a classic Bordeaux red at their core.
01
Stellenbosch Terroir
Exclusive sourcing of quality grapes perfected by the Stellenbosch terroir.
02
Bordeaux Varietals
A single-minded focus on classic Bordeaux varietals — no compromise, no distraction.
03
Fine French Oak
An insistence on a considered selection of fine French oak barrels from top cooperages.
04
High Road Practices
Our proprietary High Road Practices — the quiet discipline behind every bottle.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Stellenbosch · Bordeaux Varietal
Easy-going yet highly respected, this award-winning Cab Sav is accessible as an old friend — the perfect choice for a relaxed or stylish dinner.
Classique
Bordeaux-Style Blend
A timeless take on a Bordeaux blend — luxurious, smooth and ready to enjoy. An outstanding all-round drinking experience.
Director's Reserve
Flagship Bordeaux-Style Blend
Consistently rated among the very best Bordeaux-style blends in South Africa. Uncork with pride when a superlative dining experience is called for.
Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
Exceptional Vintages · Magnum only
Produced only in exceptional vintages from our finest three barrels and presented exclusively in magnum — the optimum format for graceful bottle maturation.