"It was in 1692 that Spier's first owner, a German settler by the name of Arnout Janz, took possession of the land in Stellenbosch, South Africa. He soon realised the potential for winegrowing and set out to plant the first vines. In 1712 the first grapes were pressed on the farm and today one of the Cape's oldest wine cellar buildings, dated 1767, still takes pride of place on the estate.

Winemaking is an art. The signature wines of Spier, distinctive in their individuality and expression, are hallmarked by a strong heritage, dating back to the plantings of the first vineyards.

SPIER’S WHITE WINES SHINE AT VERITAS AWARDS

Spier Private Collection Chenin Blanc 2007 has won a double gold medal at the Veritas Awards 2008; while Spier Private Collection Chardonnay 2007 has won gold.