Norma Ratcliffe

Situated on the foothills of Stellenbosch’s iconic Simonsberg  Mountain,  Warwick’s terroir offers the perfect confluence of elements to grow grapes of consistently outstanding quality. In the cellar, careful vinification yields fine wines with true varietal character and honest expression of their origin.  Guided by the feminine touch of CEO Christiane von Arnim, Warwick Wine Estate continues the formidable legacy of Norma Ratcliffe - one of South Africa's first female winemakers - who put Warwick on the map in the 1980s. Today, Warwick owns over 600 ha of prime property along the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain in Stellenbosch. Warwick's portfolio comprises of the "Warwick Estate", "Professor Black", and "The First Lady" brands, each of which offer an outstanding quality and value proposition in their respective categories. Our wines are available in over 30 countries globally, and we are committed to growing our local and international presence by supporting our brand and our partners in every market in which we operate.