Clos Malverne Winery: A Fusion of Heritage and Terroir

Clos Malverne, originally known as Malvern Heights, is a charming winery located in the Coastal Region of South Africa. Founded in 1969 by Seymourd Pritchard, who purchased the ten-hectare estate from Colonel JW Billingham, the winery reflects a blend of English and French influences. The name change to Clos Malverne was inspired by the estate's homestead, reminiscent of a Clos in France. Today, Seymourd and Sophia Pritchard, along with their dedicated team, continue to uphold the winery's legacy.

Clos Malverne is committed to crafting traditional wines through natural winemaking processes.

Commitment to Quality and Tradition

At Clos Malverne, the focus is on producing handcrafted wines with minimal intervention. Since the 1990s, the winery has made significant strides in enhancing its vineyard practices, including expanding plantings and analyzing fertile soils to ensure premium grape quality. The winemaking philosophy emphasizes the unique characteristics of the region, blending French tradition with South African terroir and English pride.

Signature Wines of Clos Malverne

The flagship wine, Clos Malverne Auret, has garnered acclaim, including a 5-star rating in the prestigious Platter Wine Guide and the title of South African Red Wine Champion in 2001. The winery employs traditional Basket Press methods for grape pressing, with maturation taking place in American and French oak barrels. Key grape varieties cultivated at Clos Malverne include Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Pinotage. Each grape is handpicked to create a diverse range of red, white, rosé, sparkling, and dessert wines that reflect the winery's dedication to quality.

Experiences to book at Clos Malverne Winery

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Carol-Ann Rhoda
September 5, 2023
Peaceful surroundings, room overlooking a dam, great for weekend breakaways. Room was clean and spacious with coffee and tea available. Beautiful sounds of birds. Warm reception by Michelle. Definitely a "go back to" place.
Ryan Cohen
November 23, 2024
My wife and I celebrated our anniversary and it was awesome! The accommodation was luxurious and comfortable, stunning views and great food! A special mention goes to Debi, who warmly welcomed us and made our stay exceptional.
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Location

Location Clos Malverne, Devon Valley Rd, Stellenbosch, 7600, Afrique du Sud

Region

Stellenbosch, Coastal Region of South Africa, South Africa

Spoken Languages

Services

Reduced Mobility Access
Restaurant
Accommodation

Wine types

Red Wine
White Wine
Rose Wine
Sparkling Wine

Grape varieties

Cabernet Sauvignon
Sauvignon Blanc
Merlot
Shiraz
Pinotage
Chardonnay

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Kim Pritchard
Reviewed on February 28, 2025

The spa was so amazing and one of the best massages I've had. Had a very rough couple of weeks and the treatment left me feeling so relaxed and like a new person. Very friendly and professional staff that pay attention to detail. The lovely Verucia was my masseuse. Would definitely recommend.

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Ryan Cohen
Reviewed on November 23, 2024

My wife and I celebrated our anniversary and it was awesome! The accommodation was luxurious and comfortable, stunning views and great food! A special mention goes to Debi, who warmly welcomed us and made our stay exceptional.

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Espen Andresen
Reviewed on November 15, 2024

We stayed here in November 2024 for a week. Clos Malverne is one of the better places we have ever stayed. Location and views are amazing! Set amongst vines and hills but only 10 minutes from Stellenbosch, which is also a gorgeous town. Rooms were great and cleaned every day during breakfast! Service and restaurant owner and staff were so friendly and took time to chat. Breakfast and food in general also top notch with a view you will remember. As a destination we can highly recommend Clos Malverne, Stellenbosch and Cape West🇿🇦❤️🌞

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Chandre Groenewald
Reviewed on October 29, 2023

All I can say is WOW! We booked a one night stay here for my birthday and it was amazing. The staff are friendly and efficient, the rooms are beautiful and food is absolutely amazing! We will definitely be back.

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Carol-Ann Rhoda
Reviewed on September 5, 2023

Peaceful surroundings, room overlooking a dam, great for weekend breakaways. Room was clean and spacious with coffee and tea available. Beautiful sounds of birds. Warm reception by Michelle. Definitely a "go back to" place.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clos Malverne Winery

Where is Clos Malverne Winery located?

Clos Malverne Winery is located in Stellenbosch, South Africa

What type of wines does Clos Malverne Winery produce?

Clos Malverne Winery produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Sparkling Wine.

What grape varieties do they plant at Clos Malverne Winery?

At Clos Malverne Winery, they cultivate Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Shiraz, Pinotage, Chardonnay.

What languages do they speak at the Clos Malverne Winery?

At Clos Malverne Winery they speak English.

Do they produce organic wines at Clos Malverne Winery?

No, Clos Malverne Winery is not an organic wine producer.