The 'French Corner' of the Cape Winelands, settled by French Huguenot refugees in 1688, Franschhoek is a narrow valley of mountain-framed vineyards producing Cape's most celebrated Chenin Blanc, Semillon, and Chardonnay. The valley's orientation and mountain cooling create elegant, complex whites.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | Mountain cooling preserved freshness; Semillon and Syrah both showing precision. |
| 2023 | — | Outstanding Franschhoek vintage; Boekenhoutskloof Semillon will be exceptional. |
| 2022 | — | Good conditions; old-vine Semillon showing unusual depth and complexity. |
| 2021 | — | Near-perfect vintage; Syrah showing northern Rhône-like elegance. |
| 2020 | — | Strong conditions; Franschhoek valley wines showing fine mountain character. |
| 2019 | — | Classic growing season; Semillon ageing with distinction. |
| 2018 | — | Outstanding vintage; Boekenhoutskloof wines will age for decades. |