{"title":"Thelema","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Thelema wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\n The McLean family purchased the originally old fruit farm in 1983 and converted it into a winery. The estate is situated near the summit of Helshoogte, a narrow pass between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Due to their high altitude, between 380 and 540 meters, the vineyards are among the coolest in Stellenbosch. The McLean family and winemaker Gyles Webb strive to produce top-quality wines.","products":[{"product_id":"thelema-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Thelema Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"Once again, Thelema Winery has released a superb wine. This Cabernet Sauvignon boasts fragrant and seductive aromas with exciting complexity. Just as a Cabernet should be!\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e From fruit farm to winery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nIn July 1983, the McLean Family Trust purchased the old fruit farm Thelema, situated at the summit of the Helshoogte Pass, approximately six kilometers outside Stellenbosch. This acquisition was the culmination of a long search by Gyles and Barbara Webb for that rare location where exceptional wines could be made, as this was their sole purpose. The farm comprises 157 hectares of land on the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountains. The elevation ranges from 370 to 640 meters above sea level on primarily south-facing slopes, making Thelema one of the highest and arguably coolest wine farms in the Stellenbosch area. Although wine was made on the farm in the early 2000s and table grapes were produced until the late 1960s, there were no vines on the farm at the time of purchase. The 25 hectares of cultivation consisted of plums, apples, and pears in various stages of generation. The farm's neglected state didn't detract from its charm—there are spectacular views of the Simonsberg, Drakenstein, and Jonkershoek Mountains, and the farm is dotted with enormous oak trees. However, it took a tremendous effort to transform Thelema into a wine farm.\n\n\n \nThe winemaker combines techniques and experience from both the \"Old World\" and the \"New World.\" The red wines are vinified traditionally. After fermentation, the wine matures for 18 months in French oak barrels, 25 percent of which are replaced annually.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The seductive aromas of Thelema Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The full-bodied Thelema Cabernet Sauvignon from cult winemaker Gyles Webb is complex and elegant, delighting with seductive aromas of ripe blackberries, dark chocolate, and mint. On the palate, this Thelema Cabernet Sauvignon offers beautiful balance, a soft finish, classic fruit flavors of blackcurrant, red fruit, juicy berry notes, a long, resonant finish, and fine tannins. A dream of a Cabernet.","brand":"Fourcroy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775746609231,"sku":"339","price":29.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/thelema-cabernet-sauvignon_339.webp?v=1770041769"},{"product_id":"thelema-merlot","title":"Thelema Merlot","description":"Thelema is undoubtedly one of the finest wineries in South Africa. And they prove it again with this Merlot that seduces your senses.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The Rich Wines of Thelema\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nGyles Webb purchased Thelema, a charming, dilapidated fruit farm, in 1983 with the help of his wife. Orchards were cleared and vines planted. The manor house was restored, and the first wines under the Thelema label were released in 1988. The ripe, pure fruit wines were a revelation to many, and it wasn't long before the romantic story of a dilapidated old fruit farm became a success. By the mid-1990s, Thelema wines were selling out within a month of release, making it one of the most sought-after wine estates in South Africa.\n\n\n \nSituated at the summit of the Helshoogte Pass, with elevations ranging from 370 to 640 meters above sea level and predominantly south-facing slopes, it is also one of the highest and coolest estates in the area. The high altitude and deep red soils are ideal for producing high-quality grapes. The terroir, combined with Gyles Webb's winemaking style, results in flavorful, flamboyant, complex, and long-lasting wines with a distinctive South African character. In 2000, Gyles stepped into the role of cellar master and handed over winery duties to the talented Rudi Schultz (one of Schultz's renowned winemakers).\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Twenty months of maturation for this Thelema Merlot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe red wines are vinified traditionally, just like this Thelema Merlot. After fermentation, this Thelema Merlot is aged for twenty months in French oak barrels, ten percent of which are renewed annually. This South African Merlot is wonderfully balanced and juicy, offering fine fruit aromas and toasted nuances. The tannins are very well integrated and enrich the wine in just the right amount. The finish, with subliminal notes of dark chocolate, is the highlight of this fine tasting experience from Stellenbosch. The aroma reveals ripe blackberries, smoked meat, slightly mineral, and spicy notes. The palate is generous and supple, with a soft finish and firm tannins, and a warm, long finish with beautiful balance.","brand":"Fourcroy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775749230671,"sku":"340","price":21.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/thelema-merlot-zuid-afrika_340.webp?v=1770041771"},{"product_id":"thelema-mountain-red","title":"Thelema Mountain Red","description":"The Thelema Mountain Red is a blend of Shiraz, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Grenache, and Cabernet Franc. This fruity yet complex red wine from South Africa is wonderfully accessible. The individual grape varieties were aged for 18 months in second, third, and fourth-tier oak barrels.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The world-famous wines of Thelema\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n Thelema Mountain Vineyards, a family-owned winery nestled on the spectacular Helshoogte Pass in Stellenbosch, is home to Thelema and Sutherland Vineyards Wines. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc are cultivated on the 42 hectares of vineyards. Thelema's world-renowned wines are astonishing with their distinct elegance and beautiful fruity notes.\n\n\n \nOwner and winemaker Gyles Webb purchased the Thelema estate in 1983, which was then a charming old fruit farm in need of care and attention. The old fruit trees had to be removed and vines were planted. The first wines under the Thelema label were released in 1988, and by the mid-1990s, Thelema wines had become so popular that new vintages were completely sold out within a month of their release.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Enjoy a soft, fruity and round cuvée\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe Thelema Mountain Red is what you would call a second wine in France. Gyles Webb has further refined the criteria for the casks used in the Thelema range, allowing for further quality enhancements and reduced quantities. The casks that didn't make the cut are now used in the Mountain Red. This cuvée is soft, fruity, rounded, and generally more approachable than its varietal namesakes. Aromas of warming spices and ripe mulberries combine beautifully with ripe plum notes to create a soft and inviting drink. As the icing on the cake, it also impresses with its extremely compelling price-performance ratio.","brand":"Fourcroy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775748182095,"sku":"342","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/thelema-mountain-red-shiraz-cabernet-franc_342.webp?v=1770041770"},{"product_id":"thelema-chardonnay","title":"Thelema Chardonnay","description":"For all Chardonnay lovers, this Chardonnay from Thelema is a dream wine! Owner and winemaker Gyles Webb's wines speak for themselves, and so does this top-notch white.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e From fruit farm to winery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nIn 1983, Gyles Webb purchased Thelema, a charming, dilapidated fruit farm. Orchards were cleared and vines planted. The manor house was restored, and the first wines under the Thelema label were released in 1988. The ripe, pure fruit wines were a revelation to many, and it wasn't long before the romantic story of a dilapidated old fruit farm became a success story of an avant-garde winery. By the mid-1990s, Thelema wines were selling out within a month of release, making it one of the most sought-after wineries in South Africa.\n\n\n \nSituated at the summit of the Helshoogte Pass, with elevations ranging from 370 to 640 meters above sea level and predominantly south-facing slopes, it is also one of the highest and coolest estates in the area. The high altitude and deep red soils are ideal for producing high-quality wine grapes. The terroir, combined with Gyles Webb's winemaking style, results in flavorful, flamboyant, complex, and durable wines with a distinctive South African character.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Perfection requires patience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The Chardonnay grape bunches are stalked and crushed after harvest, cooled, and left in contact with the skins overnight before being pressed, settled, and pressed from the coarse lees into 33 percent new French barriques where alcoholic and malolactic fermentation took place at around 21 degrees Celsius. Battonage was carried out every three weeks for a total aging period of 11 months.\n\n\n \nThe Thelema Chardonnay has a rich, bright, golden-yellow hue and an aromatic, complex nose of lime marmalade, guava, and melon fruit, along with toasted oak notes. The palate is medium to full-bodied and rounded, bursting with lush tropical fruit flavors, a delightful mineral streak, and well-integrated, nutty oak that lends a creamy texture on the palate. It finishes soft and juicy, making it a wine that will age well in the bottle.","brand":"Fourcroy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775893835855,"sku":"407","price":20.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/thelema-chardonnay-zuid-afrika_407.webp?v=1770041771"},{"product_id":"thelema-mountain-white","title":"Thelema Mountain White","description":"The white grape variety Roussanne is quite rare worldwide – making Thelema Mountain White an exceptional white wine. The blend of Viognier, Chardonnay, and Roussanne offers aromas of ripe peach and apple, and a long, creamy finish. The Roussanne grape produces wines with a fairly high acidity and floral bouquet.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The label of the Thelema wines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The phoenix, or firebird, often depicted with scarlet and gold plumage, is an ancient mythological creature that has appeared in various cultures as a symbol of rebirth, immortality, and renewal. Thelema is a prime illustration of South Africa's recent wine renaissance. Gyles and Barbara Webb's beautiful farm is located in the Helshoogte Pass, nestled in the southern folds of the Simonsberg Mountains in the Stellenbosch region, and houses an exceptionally efficient, modern cellar.\n\n\n \nIn July 1983, the McLean Family Trust purchased the old Thelema fruit farm. This acquisition marked the culmination of a long search by Gyles and Barbara Webb for that rare location where exceptional wines could be made, for this was their sole purpose. Five years later, a winery was completed, and almost immediately, his wines were among the best the country had to offer. Gyles's winemaking was influenced by visits to Tuscany, Bordeaux, and California. Gyles Webb, a former accountant turned winemaker with vision and flair, helped Thelema grow from rickety orchards into a South African success story.\n\n\n\n The McLean family and winemaker Gyles Webb strive to produce top-quality wines. He combines techniques and experience from both the Old World and the New World.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The scents and flavors of Thelema Mountain White\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nDelightful aromas of creamy, golden apple and ripe peach, along with a hint of citrus, flow from the glass. The Thelema Mountain White is velvety and smooth on the palate, with a long, creamy finish. The blend of Roussanne, Chardonnay, and Viognier creates a truly unique blend—just like the Thelema you know and love.","brand":"Fourcroy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775749558351,"sku":"3430","price":12.65,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/thelema-mountain-white_3430.webp?v=1770045153"},{"product_id":"thelema-vin-de-hel-muscat-late-harvest","title":"Thelema Vin de Hel Muscat Late Harvest","description":"A delicious golden-yellow dessert wine from Thelema. Stellenbosch is home to Thelema and Sutherland Vineyards Wines. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc are cultivated on the 42 hectares of vineyards. Thelema's world-renowned wines surprise with their distinct elegance and beautiful fruity notes. Thelema will surprise you with this elegant dessert wine as well.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The beginning of a family history\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n He left his accounting career in Durban to become a winemaker. In 1983, Gyles Webb, with the help of his wife's family, the McLean's, purchased Thelema. The estate was restored, and the first wines under the Thelema label were released in 1988. By the mid-1990s, Thelema wines were selling out within a month of release, making it one of the most sought-after wine estates in South Africa. The Webb family describes Thelema as \"one of the most beautiful places on earth.\"\n\n\n \nWhile Thelema continued to thrive in Stellenbosch, Gyles began searching for additional property to establish a second vineyard. In 2002, the Webb family purchased an idyllic farm with rolling hills in the cool Elgin region, creating ideal grape-growing conditions.\n\n\n\n The grapes for this dessert wine are descaled, crushed, and fermented on the skins for 24 hours. Fermentation then follows a slow pressing cycle of three hours, and the cloudy juice is further fermented in stainless steel tanks.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e What does Thelema Vin de Hel Muscat Late Harvest taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The Thelema \"Vin de Hel\" Muscat Late Harvest is an exceptionally elegant dessert wine with a golden yellow color in the glass. It displays aromas of pineapple, citrus, apricots, a hint of honey, and subtle floral notes. The palate is opulent, with the perfect balance of sweetness and crisp acidity. The Vin de Hel is an elegant, concentrated, and delicious wine to enjoy with dessert or fine handmade cheeses. Highly recommended!","brand":"Fourcroy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775763451983,"sku":"5853","price":14.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/thelema-vin-de-hel-muscat-late-harvest_5853.webp?v=1770046507"},{"product_id":"thelema-rabelais","title":"Thelema Rabelais","description":"This is the king of the Thelema winery, called Rabelais. This showpiece is made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot grapes. After a very long aging in oak, this wine has become one of South Africa's top wines.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Exceptional wines from Thelema\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n He left his accounting career in Durban to become a winemaker. In 1983, Gyles Webb, with the help of his wife's family, the McLean's, purchased Thelema. The estate was restored, and the first wines under the Thelema label were released in 1988. By the mid-1990s, Thelema wines were selling out within a month of release, making it one of the most sought-after wine estates in South Africa. The Webb family describes Thelema as \"one of the most beautiful places on earth.\"\n\n\n \nWhile Thelema continued to thrive in Stellenbosch, Gyles began searching for additional property to establish a second vineyard. In 2002, the Webb family purchased an idyllic farm with rolling hills in the cool Elgin region, creating ideal grape-growing conditions.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Long-term wood aging for the Thelema Rabelais\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The grapes for this Rabelais are harvested and sorted by hand. They are then crushed and pumped into stainless steel fermentation tanks. After fermentation, the wine is left on the skins for two days before pressing. Once pressed, the barrel is racked. Finally, the wine is aged for twenty months in 80 percent new French oak barrels.\n\n\n \nThe Rabelais Bordeaux blend is an epic rendition of this classic Cape wine. Extremely dark, dense, and almost overwhelming, it graces the nose with intense and concentrated aromas of dark berry fruit, a hint of mocha, and fragrant cedarwood, while nuances of sweet fruit on the palate, refined tannins, and a lingering, refined finish deliver perfect enjoyment! Thelema Rabelais is an absolutely sensational Bordeaux blend made from the finest grapes of the respective vintage. Individual barrels were identified whose juice was deemed worthy of the Rabelais name.","brand":"Fourcroy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775778394191,"sku":"7089","price":65.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/thelema-rabelais_7089.webp?v=1770110322"},{"product_id":"thelema-sauvignon-blanc","title":"Thelema Sauvignon Blanc","description":"A prime example of how the Sauvignon Blanc grape has been fully developed in the South African wine region. This white wine from Thelema is undoubtedly one of the best in our range; vibrant, fresh, and smooth—those are its characteristics. The Sauvignon Blanc grapes are grown in Stellenbosch, where they receive plenty of sunshine, but also cool nighttime temperatures and sea breezes. This allows the Sauvignon Blanc to retain its fresh character.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The exceptional wines of Themela\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe phoenix, or firebird, often depicted with scarlet and gold plumage, is an ancient mythological creature that has appeared in various cultures as a symbol of rebirth, immortality, and renewal. Thelema is a prime illustration of South Africa's recent wine renaissance. Gyles and Barbara Webb's beautiful farm is located in the Helshoogte Pass, nestled in the southern folds of the Simonsberg Mountains in the Stellenbosch region, and houses an exceptionally efficient, modern cellar.\n\n\n \nIn July 1983, the McLean Family Trust purchased the old Thelema fruit farm. This acquisition marked the culmination of a long search by Gyles and Barbara Webb for that rare location where exceptional wines could be made, for this was their sole purpose. Five years later, a winery was completed, and almost immediately, his wines were among the best the country had to offer. Gyles's winemaking was influenced by visits to Tuscany, Bordeaux, and California. Gyles Webb, a former accountant turned winemaker with vision and flair, helped Thelema grow from rickety orchards into a South African success story.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Enjoy the fruity Sauvignon Blanc from Thelema\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe South African winery Thelema deliberately left this Sauvignon Blanc unaged. This is to allow the fruitiness of the white wine to truly shine. A remarkable wine from the renowned winery, which uses only grapes from its own vineyards. This is clearly noticeable on the nose, as upon opening, you immediately encounter a vibrant bouquet of green apple, bell pepper, fresh mint, and citrus fruit. This fresh style continues in the palate of this Thelema Sauvignon Blanc, which is stimulating on the tongue with hints of citrus fruit, green herbs like mint, and hints of grapefruit and gooseberry.","brand":"Fourcroy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775792549967,"sku":"9962","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/thelema-sauvignon-blanc_9962.webp?v=1770111982"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-thelema.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}