EXPLORE
Eagles' NestEagles’ Nest’s history reveals that it operated as a commercial farm producing export fruit, as well as vegetables for the local market, up until the 1960’s.
Whilst the Constantia Valley is most famous for white wines, it was felt that Eagles’ Nest, with its unique terroir within the valley, would be more suited to red wines.
EXPLORE
Eagles' NestEagles’ Nest’s history reveals that it operated as a commercial farm producing export fruit, as well as vegetables for the local market, up until the 1960’s.
Whilst the Constantia Valley is most famous for white wines, it was felt that Eagles’ Nest, with its unique terroir within the valley, would be more suited to red wines.
EAGLES' NEST
Winemaking InformationANNUAL
Production100 Tonnes
15,000 Cases
VINEYARDS
Planted12 Hectares
South & East Facing
GRAPE
Varietals15% White
85% Red
AVERAGE
Weather24ºC
±1200mm Rain /a
THE STORY BEHIND
Eagles' NestEagles’ Nest is cradled in a secluded valley high up on the slopes of the historic Constantia mountain range, which forms part of the World Heritage Site, Table Mountain.
The farm’s origins can be traced back to 1836 when it was used as a refreshment station between the area now known as Wynberg in the east, and the harbour of Hout Bay in the west.
In order to make this journey, travellers had to cross the mountain pass, now known as Constantia Neck. In 1984, the 38ha farm was purchased by the Mylrea family.
After devastating fires that raged through the Cape in the summer of 2000, the farm was mostly destroyed, except for the historic buildings.
Being part of the world famous Constantia Valley, known for its award winning wines, we decided to plant the farm with varieties that best suited the unique terroir of Eagles’ Nest.
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WinemakerCRAIG BARNARD
Craig has been lucky enough to intern at some of South Africa’s top wine estates as well as doing two international harvests, one in Bordeaux, France and another in Sonoma, California. When not in the cellar, you will find him mountain biking or spending time with his wife and their dog, Zoey.
THE STORY BEHIND
Eagles' NestEagles’ Nest is cradled in a secluded valley high up on the slopes of the historic Constantia mountain range, which forms part of the World Heritage Site, Table Mountain.
The farm’s origins can be traced back to 1836 when it was used as a refreshment station between the area now known as Wynberg in the east, and the harbour of Hout Bay in the west.
In order to make this journey, travellers had to cross the mountain pass, now known as Constantia Neck. In 1984, the 38ha farm was purchased by the Mylrea family.
After devastating fires that raged through the Cape in the summer of 2000, the farm was mostly destroyed, except for the historic buildings.
Being part of the world famous Constantia Valley, known for its award winning wines, we decided to plant the farm with varieties that best suited the unique terroir of Eagles’ Nest.
MEET OUR
WinemakerCRAIG BARNARD
Craig has been lucky enough to intern at some of South Africa’s top wine estates as well as doing two international harvests, one in Bordeaux, France and another in Sonoma, California. When not in the cellar, you will find him mountain biking or spending time with his wife and their dog, Zoey.
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