Bouchard Finlayson Winery

About Bouchard Finlayson Winery

The Bouchard Finlayson Boutique Winery remains a leader in producing world class Pinot noir wines from South Africa. Growing on the slopes of Galpin Peak in the Walker Bay region, with Hermanus being the nearest town, repeated vintages of this path-blazing wine continue to reflect a true celebration of Pinot-crafting, endorsing the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley (Heaven and Earth) as a jewel in the terroir search for excellence with this illusive grape.

Peter Finlayson was the first modern day winemaker in this valley. With his accumulated wine making knowledge he has been instrumental in the primary effort of putting the Walker Bay wine region on the map. Apart from their Pinot noir, they produce outstanding Sauvignon blanc, Chardonnays, a zesty, fresh white blend (Blanc de Mer) and an Italian, French red blend (Hannibal). Visit the estate for a wine tasting experience in their old world cellar and take a wander around the winery bragging exceptional views of both valley and ocean.

Need to know? Tasting Room Hours: Mon - Fri 09:30 - 17:00, Sat: 09:30 - 12:30, closed Sundays and public holidays.

Awards
Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2008 - Decanter South African Pinot Noir trophy 2009
Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2007 - 91 points Wine Spectator Jan 2009
Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2007 - Class Winner at Winemakers' Choice Diamond awards 2008
Tête de Cuvée 2006 Galpin Peak Pinot Noir - Trophy Winner at Old Mutual Trophy Awards 2008
Tête de Cuvée 2005 Galpin Peak Pinot Noir - 'Wine of the Year' John Platter 2008
Tête de Cuvée 2005 Galpin Peak Pinot Noir - 5 stars John Platter 2008
Hannibal 2006 - Gold Medal (class winner) at Michelangelo International Wine Awards 2008