100% Cabernet franc and the only single block wine in the HPF portfolio. Swartskaap (Black Sheep) is recognised as one of South Africa's best in what is considered a challenging cultivar. European in style and offering nuances of black olive, generous fruit and fynbos spice finishing with finesse & complexity. Vivino Score: 4.2 (May 2026)
Taste
Violet to ruby red, aromas of black olive, fynbos, spice, on the palate minerality, elegance, finesse & complexity. Maturation: New and 2nd fill 225ltr French oak barrels for 18 months
About the Producer
Named in honour of the esteemed founder of Walker Bay's cherished town Hermanus, Hermanuspietersfontein stands out as a beacon among wineries in the region.