World's Best Vineyards 2024
Being included among the world’s best vineyards is a tremendous honour, and to achieve this recognition two years in a row demonstrates the commitment and passion our team pours into every bottle and every experience. We are proud to share South Africa’s wines with the world and welcome guests to enjoy the magic of Benguela Cove.
Benguela Cove Sweeps Platter’s with Top Honours
Cellar master Johann Fourie expressed his pride in the winery's achievements, stating, "Receiving 4.5 stars or more for all 13 of our entries is a major accomplishment for a family-owned, boutique vineyard in just six years since building our own winery. In 2016, we decided to take full control over quality, so all the grapes used are now grown, vinified, and bottled exclusively on the estate."
World’s Best Vineyards 2023
Benguela Cove Wine Estate, located in Hermanus in South Africa, has been ranked in the top 100 of The World's Best Vineyards. This prestigious annual list is created to promote wine tourism around the world, showcasing vineyards with exceptional visitor experiences.
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens Rhododendrons Win Top Prizes at RHS Competition
The famous rhododendrons of Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens are in full bloom and have recently won three top prizes at the 2023 RHS Main Camellia, Early Rhododendron and Spring Ornamental Plants Competitions held at RHS Wisley
Restaurant Interlude Wins Fourth Consecutive Michelin Star
Restaurant Interlude Wins Fourth Consecutive Michelin Star. Penny Streeter's dedication to providing guests with a unique and exceptional dining experience is evident in every aspect of Restaurant Interlude's success.
Platter’s Top Awards for British Vineyard Owner
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate at Hermanus in South Africa has achieved the 5 star top award for three of its wines and a further 4.5 stars for ten others in Platter’s 2023 South Africa Wine Guide. The Walker Bay region vineyard is owned by British wine and hospitality entrepreneur Penny Streeter OBE, who also owns the vineyard estate at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens in West Sussex.
Tim Atkin, MW, South African Special Report 2022
Tim Atkin South African Special Report 2022. Medals of Excellence for 10 Benguela Cove Wines and Best Cellar Door Experience. Taste a Collage of Nature.
Benguela Cove Catalina Semillon - Top Single Vineyard Wine
Benguela Cove Catalina Semillon Top Single Vineyard Wine, Novare SA Terroir Awards 2022. As abiding as its namesake, this Semillon has an ethereal and nostalgic quality. It was made to be remembered.
Competing against the great local wineries in the Walker Bay Wine Region, eight other Benguela Cove wines won Best in the Area, at this year’s Terroir Awards.
Benguela Cove Scoops Three Double Veritas Golds for Wine
Veritas Wine Awards 2021. Benguela Cove Wine Estate awarded Three Double Gold and Two Gold Medals. All wineries seek a coveted gold medal. Many spend years buying in the best fruit and blending countless wines in pursuit of a win. This makes the achievement of Johann Fourie, Benguela Cove’s cellar master and his team even more significant, winning three double gold medals in the Veritas wine awards in only the winery’s fifth year.