"The wing nut in our logo symbolizes the actions of the founder – clasping together the ideals of his family with different wines from a variety of terroirs to create a product that contains all the properties of something great, unique, exclusive and a touch of “magic”.
Le Vin de François is the ultimate South African wine of a specific vintage as it is a single varietal wine made from multiple, individually selected components from various terroirs ; a 'creme de la creme' that would have all the properties of something great – unique, exclusive and a "touch of magic"! This quintessential red wine from South Africa is made from only Pinotage grapes and represents the best of this indigenous variety.
"The best wine in the world tastes like more!" FRANCOIS NAUDÉ SNR
about the man
Francois Naudé Snr. is known by some as the "Pope of Pinotage". This acclaimed and recognised winemaker has been influential in establishing Pinotage as a globally praised variety that has the intrinsic ability to create world-class wines. His journey is one of remarkable passion and precision and has all the elements of a Hollywood blockbuster.....read more
"Always drink from your best glasses as you never know when it's your last." MAGS NAUDÉ
about the family
Chateau Naude Wine Creation is a family wine business, inspired by Francois Naudé snr's passion for ''MAGIC'' wine, based in the Western Cape region of South Africa. Founded by the Naudé family in 2006 it produces wines of exceptional quality.