Who We Are
Welcome to Nilberg, where we produce small quantities of our award-winning Stellenbosch single-estate wines.
In 2011, a visit to the beautiful Cape Winelands cemented our love for the South African climate, lifestyle and, of course, the food and wine culture. This prompted a life-changing move from Sweden for our family and, ultimately, the establishment of Nilberg, our estate in the Bottelary Hills in Stellenbosch.
Our logo is inspired by the Swedish book, The Wonderful Adventures of Nils. Like the migrating goose in the much-loved classic children’s tale, our wine tells a story of the journey from vine leaf to wine, as well as our own story of a family that has embraced life in South Africa and is proud of our Swedish ties.
What We Do
At Nilberg, we lean into the Swedish. sensibility of ‘less is more’, with just three hectares of grapes under vine. Here, we grow our Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes using traditional dry vine methods, with minimal external intervention or irrigation, relying on the area’s natural rainfall and weather patterns to sustain and nurture our vines.
Since we are at a comparatively higher altitude, our handpicked grapes are harvested later in the season with the result that they are of better quality, with higher acidity and lower alcohol levels. We believe that this, together with our ‘nature-first’ and sensitive wine making approach are key to the complexities of our award-winning Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Blanc de Noir wines.
Our Awards
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Aramis Blanc de Noir 2021
Tasting Notes
A tribute to the owners’ first Rottweiler, the Blanc de Noir is made from Merlot grapes and displays a bright salmon colour.
A bouquet of fresh strawberries with hints of minerality results in a fresh, crispy rose with dry finish.
Technical Analysis
- Alc 13.1%
- pH 3.37
- TA 6.0g/l
- RS 1.9g/l
Merlot 2018
Tasting Notes
Perfume of black cherries along with notes of red current and plum, that transfer to the palate with a hint of dark chocolate. The wine is delicate and smooth with good length and grip. Showing off its terroir to the optimal.
Technical Analysis
- Alc 14.8%
- pH 3.57
- TA 6.3 g/l
- RS 1.7 g/l
Merlot 2018 Reserve
Tasting Notes
The wine was aged in French oak barrels for four years. The elegancy of the oak toast enhances the flavours of red cherries, black hibiscus tea and cloves. With a beautiful balance between acidity and tannins, this smooth finish perfectly represents the Stellenbosch terroir.
Technical Analysis
- Alc 14.%
- pH 3.57
- TA 6.3 g/l
- RS 1.7 g/l
Merlot 2017
Tasting Notes
Perfume of black cherries along with notes of red current and plum, that transfer to the palate with a hint of dark chocolate. The wine is delicate and smooth with good length and grip. Showing off its terroir to the optimal.
Technical Analysis
- Alc 15.5%
- pH 3.44
- TA 6.1 g/l
- RS 2.2 g/l
Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
Tasting Notes
An entry of mulberry and cherries with delicate notes of dried tobacco leaf on the nose, that transfer to the palate along with hints of nutmeg and dates. There is a beautiful tannin structure and length. The complexity will develop harmoniously with time.
Technical Analysis
- Alc 14.%
- pH 3.59
- TA 5.6 g/l
- RS 2.0 g/l
Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Tasting Notes
An entry of mulberry and cherries with delicate notes of dried tobacco leaf on the nose, that transfer to the palate along with hints of nutmeg and dates. There is a beautiful tannin structure and length. The complexity will develop harmoniously with time.
Technical Analysis
- Alc 14.%
- pH 3.60
- TA 5.9 g/l
- RS 1.8 g/l