The Trafford

De Trafford – South African wine with edge, character and precision

De Trafford is one of South Africa's most uncompromising wine houses. Situated high in the Helderberg Mountains, Stellenbosch, David Trafford and his team create wines with high concentration, natural balance and terroir expression . Only small quantities are made - and always with great respect for craftsmanship and nature.

The style – honest, age-worthy and intense

De Trafford is known for going their own way: hand-harvesting, natural fermentation, low intervention and long barrel ageing . The wines combine the best of South Africa and Europe – depth and ripe fruit with elegance and structure. Each bottle reflects the vintage, the vineyard and the philosophy .

Selected wines from De Trafford

• Cabernet Sauvignon: Deep, complex and age-friendly. Notes of blackcurrant, pencil, licorice and cedar – Bordeaux meets Stellenbosch.
• Merlot: Soft and ripe with juicy fruit, mocha and dark chocolate. Full-bodied but balanced.
• Blueprint Syrah: The label is blue – but the wine is dark, spicy and structured with pepper and blackberries. One of South Africa's most characterful Syrah wines.
• Chenin Blanc: Aged in barrel – with ripe fruit, honey, citrus and minerality. Complex and long-lived.
• White Blend & Straw Wine: Aromatic and textural white wines – as well as De Trafford's legendary semi-sweet Straw Wine .

Terroir – high-altitude fields and granite soil

The vineyards are located between 380 and 400 meters above sea level – among the highest in Stellenbosch. The soil is characterized by granite and slate , and the climate naturally produces low yields and concentrated grapes. The result is wines with freshness, balance and aging potential .

Food and De Trafford – what goes well together?

• Red wines: Perfect for lamb, beef, game and stews
• Chenin Blanc: Ideal for fish, seafood, chicken and creamy sauces
• Straw Wine: Match with cheese, foie gras, fruit-based desserts

Frequently Asked Questions

Is De Trafford organic?

Not certified – but they work minimalistically and sustainably , with low sulfur and natural yeast strains. All wines are handmade from field to bottle.

Can the wines be stored?

Yes – many De Trafford wines have 10–20 years of aging potential . Cabernet Sauvignon and Straw Wine in particular develop great complexity over time.

Why choose De Trafford?

Because it is real wine with edge and character . Each wine tells a story – and combines South African power with European nerve.

Buy De Trafford wine online at dhwines.dk

At dhwines.dk we have selected De Trafford wines for their authenticity, finesse and serious wine expression . We offer both red, white and dessert wines – always direct from the producer's cellar to your door, with fast and safe delivery.

Summary

• Top producer from high-altitude fields in Stellenbosch
• Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Chenin Blanc and Straw Wine
• Low intervention, natural fermentation and long barrel aging
• Wine with depth, structure and aging potential
• Buy online at dhwines.dk – Danish warehouse and fast delivery

Experience De Trafford – when South African wine gains soul, structure and international class.