In the middle of winter, when the vines have shed the last of their amber leaves and the roots are drawing their strength for summer; when the grey-green veld sparkles after the rain and the tallest peaks of the Riviersonderend mountains are dusted in snow, it is the striking silhouette of the Acacia (Vachellia) karroo, with its profusion of dazzling white thorns, that commands attention. It was this image that inspired the name Silverthorn Wines.

“Silverthorn Wines fill their Cap Classique bottles, and their lives with beauty, passion and uniqueness – something we should all be wholly embracing right now.”

- Heather Hook

Silverthorn Wines has established itself as one of the premier producers of Cap Classique – wines which have undergone secondary fermentation in the bottle. Based in the Robertson winelands, a once ancient seabed, Silverthorn’s terroir of a rocky, lime-rich soil and shale lends itself to the art of bubbly-making. It is after all similar to the famed soils of Champagne in France. Coupled with our old Chardonnay vineyards we made the decision in 2004 to focus exclusively on the production of Cap Classique – a decision that was pioneering for the region. Currently our production stands at a total of 44,000 bottles. With such a small production, our primary aim is focused on exploring and developing the art and science needed to produce some of the finest South African sparkling wines.

“A journey through taste, time and imagination.”

Silverthorn has become synonymous with our ethos of Afropean synergy, combining old world European heritage and knowledge; and our contemporary African environment and culture. The storytelling and imagery, with each product we have released, has become an important Silverthorn feature connecting palates to our heritage, history and nature.

Celebrate Life: Spring Edition

Spring has a way of reminding us that there is always something new to look forward to.

And we think that’s worth celebrating. 🥂

Purchase 6 bottles or more of Silverthorn Cap Classique and you’ll automatically be entered into our Celebrate Life: Spring Edition competition.

One lucky winner will receive:

✨ A tasting for two at the Silverthorn Tasting Room
✨ A mixed case of Silverthorn & Dog Star wines
✨ Six Silverthorn branded glasses
✨ A premium champagne closure
✨ A Magnum of River Dragon

A rather lovely collection made for opening, pouring, sharing and celebrating.

The vines are waking.
The first signs of Spring are appearing.
And somewhere amongst the leaves, The Green Man stirs once more.

Because life gives us plenty of reasons to save the bubbles for another day.

We prefer to find reasons to open them.

Order online: www.silverthornwines.co.za

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Silverthorn Crazy Diamond — 2021

Brut Nature Cap Classique
85% Chardonnay · 15% Pinot Noir

We produce a very limited release of this Brut Nature Cap Classique exclusively for the Cape Winemakers Guild.

The Chardonnay component of this prestige cuvée was selected from a vineyard planted in 1991 on ancient shale and limestone soils dating back some 400 million years. With its high limestone content, this distinctive terroir has a natural affinity with Chardonnay and bears similarities to the celebrated soils of Champagne.

Both the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir were 100% barrel fermented and matured in 500-litre French oak barrels, adding complexity and texture to the final wine. The Cap Classique then spent 40 months on the lees before disgorgement.

But why the name Crazy Diamond?

Follow our four-part story to discover the adventure, the music and the sparkling memories that inspired it.

This is Silverthorn.

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A proud moment for Silverthorn.

The 2026 Tim Atkin South Africa Special Report has been released, and we are delighted to share this year’s results:

🥂 Jewel Box 2021 | 96 points
🥂 River Dragon NV | 92 points
🥂 The Genie NV | 92 points
🥂 The Green Man 2023 | 94 points

To have our wines recognised by Tim Atkin, one of the most respected international critics of South African wine, is a tremendous honour. They reflect years of patience, attention to detail and a belief that exceptional Cap Classique cannot be rushed.

From the limestone-rich soils of Robertson to every bottle we carefully craft, this is what we love to do.

Thank you to @timatkinmw for this recognition, and to everyone who continues to pour, share and celebrate Silverthorn.

This is Silverthorn.

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Cap Classique Day. A new season. A very good reason to celebrate. 🥂
Our Celebrate Life: Spring Edition competition is here.

Purchase 6 bottles or more of Silverthorn Cap Classique and you’ll automatically be entered into the draw to win a rather special collection of Silverthorn favourites:

✨ A tasting for two at the Silverthorn Tasting Room (booking required)
✨ A mixed case of Silverthorn & Dog Star wines
✨ Six Silverthorn branded glasses
✨ A premium champagne closure
✨ A Magnum of River Dragon

Here’s to new beginnings, longer days and plenty of bubbles along the way.

Happy Cap Classique Day. Happy Spring.

This is Silverthorn.

To shop online visit our website.
www.silverthornwines.co.za

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I have had the privilege to be a member of the #capewinemakersguild since 2005 and have had some amazing experiences, but our recent trip to Johannesburg was by far the most enjoyable and memorable. A group of passionate winemakers flying up to Johannesburg to support the #bokke was next level. A scrumptious breakfast of boerewors rolls at #afriqueboutiquehotel excellently paired with brandy and coke set the scene. To make double sure that we would not get hungry at the game, lunch at the #troyvillehotel was the next stop🤣 A Portuguese feast with vinho verde on tap. Finally the big game at #ellisparkstadium - What a memorable experience 🥳🥳🍾🍾🤩 Big thanks to Duncan and Zani @savagewines for putting together this incredible odyssey 💪

John had the privilege of sharing one of rugby’s greatest rivalries with friends from the Cape Winemakers Guild in Joburg.

Good company and plenty of South African spirit.

We’ll be behind the Bokke again this Saturday. 🇿🇦

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