77Grapeyear
good Configuration
Stellenbosch 2025 Vintage Report
Stellenbosch 2025 will be remembered as a warm, expressive season delivering fruit of exceptional seamlessness. The season saw extreme heat, with 13 days over 35°C, demanding careful canopy management to prevent sunburn, and significant overall dryness (171mm rain) restricted berry size, increasing skin-to-juice ratio and tannic structure.
About Stellenbosch
The historic heart of South African wine, Stellenbosch is a mountainous region with diverse soils. It excels in Bordeaux blends and Pinotage, offering a style that bridges the Old and New Worlds.
Climatic Blueprint
Growing Degree Days (GDD)
2343
Total Rainfall
170.6 mm
Sunshine Hours
2424 hrs
Diurnal Shift
12.5 °C
Frost Days
0 days
Average Temperature
21 °C
Historical Context (10 Years)
Comparison of growing season heat accumulation vs regional average.
Want to explore vineyards in Stellenbosch?
Discover the estates shaping the legacy of this region.
No vineyards listed for this region yet.
