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Van Loveren Family Vineyards is one of South Africa’s leading family-owned wineries, crafting approachable, award-winning wines in the Robertson Valley since 1937. From bright whites and expressive reds to Cap Classique and sweet wines, Van Loveren combines three generations of heritage with a clear focus on quality, consistency and modern drinkability.
Set in the heart of South Africa’s Robertson Valley, Van Loveren has been part of the Retief family since 1937, when Hennie Retief acquired the farm and renamed it after Christina van Loveren, an ancestor of his wife, Jean van Zyl. What began with sweet wines and wine for brandy has grown into one of South Africa’s best-known family wine businesses, still shaped by long-term family ownership and a clear sense of continuity.
The winery’s modern identity took shape in the 1970s and 1980s, as dry wines and noble varieties became a bigger focus and the Van Loveren label was launched in 1980. From a first release of just 500 cases, the estate developed into a globally recognised producer with a broad portfolio built around reliability, accessibility and strong varietal character.
Today, Van Loveren works with extensive vineyard holdings in Robertson Valley and additional sites in Stellenbosch, Paarl and Swartland, giving the winery access to more than 18 grape varieties and the flexibility to produce everything from crisp everyday whites to more premium, site-led bottlings. The result is a range that is fruit-forward, commercially strong and designed to appeal across a wide range of consumers and occasions.
There is also a meaningful sustainability story behind the wines. Van Loveren combines quality-focused winemaking with a long-term commitment to responsible production, conservation and community investment, giving the producer substance as well as broad commercial appeal.
EWGA Wines is the exclusive UK partner for Van Loveren, supplying the range to hospitality, wholesale and trade customers across the UK. Through EWGA, UK buyers can access a focused selection of Van Loveren wines that reflects the producer’s broad appeal, from crisp, fruit-forward whites and expressive reds to late-harvest and dessert styles.
Based in the heart of Robertson, Van Loveren crafts wines that reflect one of South Africa’s most important wine regions.
Van Loveren has been family-owned since 1937 and remains one of South Africa’s best-known independent wineries.
The winery is run by the Retief family, with three generations shaping its long-term vision and style.
Van Loveren farms extensive vineyards in Robertson, supported by additional sites across the Western Cape.
The winery combines consistent, approachable winemaking with recognised sustainability and conservation initiatives.
EWGA Wines is the exclusive UK partner for Van Loveren. You can buy Van Loveren wines in the UK through EWGA Wines, with supply available for hospitality, wholesale and trade customers via our online shop.
EWGA Wines is the exclusive UK partner for Van Loveren, supplying the range across the UK to hospitality, wholesale and trade customers.
Our current Van Loveren range includes Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinotage, Calcrete Chardonnay, Special Late Harvest Gewurztraminer, Christina Van Loveren Noble Late Harvest Moscato and Red Muscadel.
Van Loveren is best known as one of South Africa’s leading family-owned wineries, producing approachable, fruit-forward wines from the Robertson Valley across a broad range of styles.
Van Loveren is a family-owned South African winery based in the Robertson Valley. The estate has been in the Retief family since 1937 and is now associated with three generations of family winemaking.
Van Loveren is based in the Robertson Valley in the Western Cape of South Africa, with additional vineyard sources in Stellenbosch, Paarl and Swartland.
Van Loveren produces a broad range including Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cap Classique and late-harvest wines. The overall style is fruit-forward, approachable and consistent.
Yes. Van Loveren has remained in the Retief family since 1937 and continues to represent three generations of family winemaking.
Van Loveren highlights Fairtrade accreditation, employee empowerment initiatives, Carbon Hero recognition, solar investment and land set aside for conservation.
