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Our Story

The Farm

Beneath the towering presence of Stellenbosch’s famous Simonsberg and Jonkershoek mountains, you will find the rolling vineyards of Vrede Wine Farm. Vrede is situated against the eastern slopes of the Bottelary ward. This is widely regarded as South Africa’s premier wine region and the farm is indeed blessed with excellent wine growing conditions. A mild Mediterranean climate prevails and during summer, generous sunshine is tempered by cool breezes blowing in from the nearby oceans. The breezes create ideal, slow ripening conditions, allowing the grapes to develop rich varietal character and an intense concentration of flavours.

The name Vrede means Peace or Tranquillity.

The History

Vrede Farm was originally a Dairy Farm until 1992, when Cape businessman, Kleintjie Bellingan, with the help of some leading Viticulturists, transformed the farm into a well-established wine farm. Vrede produces new world wines with complex characters, that are easy drinking yet laced with depth and full-bodied flavours. In 2011 a Group of Friends (Two Bean Counters and Two Smouse “Peddlers” ) started Vin de Classique International, with the passion to market the amazing wines from Vrede and neighbouring Farms. Today Friends from all over the World is enjoying our Wines.

Welcome to our Family.

About Us

Vin de Classique International is situated on the picturesque Vrede Wines farm where rolling vineyards are shadowed by the foothills of the lofty Stellenbosch mountains.

Company profile

Vin de Classique International (Pty) Ltd is a wine trading company specializing in the production of quality Wines for the International and local market. The farm, Vrede, is blessed with excellent wine growing conditions on 52 hectares. The tranquillity of our terroir reflects in the character of our wines. Vin de Classique International utilizes the production to service International clients.

We trust that our professionalism and dedication to the industry will allow you to collaborate with us and grow a mutually beneficial Parnership.

Key activities

Export of our portfolio of fine wines as well as consolidation of other beverages

Brand building and development

Vin de Classique International produces a range of uniquely branded varietal wines aimed to appeal to wine lovers across the board. Our goal is to be market orientated and to provide a unique combination of branding and wine styles at various price points. The core brands developed by Vin du Classique International are Vrede Vineyard Select and the Charmé Friendship collection. Grapes and wine for our brands are sourced from contracted growers and vinified, blended and bottled to perfection by our own Winemaker.