Bridging South Africa's vineyards with the UK market
VineVoyage was born from a simple idea: that the world-class wines of South Africa deserve a seamless path to UK wholesalers. We make that happen every day.
Our Mission
We exist to democratise access to premium South African wines for UK wholesalers of every size. By building direct relationships with estates across Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Swartland, and beyond, we eliminate unnecessary middlemen and deliver exceptional value.
Our platform combines technology with deep wine expertise. Every bottle in our catalogue has been tasted and approved by our team, ensuring that quality never takes a back seat to convenience.
We believe in fair trade, sustainable viticulture, and the power of South African terroir. From the granite slopes of the Helderberg to the ancient soils of the Swartland, every region tells a story through its wines - and we bring those stories to your customers.
250+
Partner Estates
Milestones along the way
2019
VineVoyage founded in London with 12 partner estates
2020
Launched digital wholesale platform, onboarded 50+ wholesalers
2021
Expanded to 80 estates across all major SA wine regions
2022
Introduced volume pricing tiers and net-30 payment terms
2023
Reached 500+ active UK wholesaler accounts
2024
Launched analytics dashboard and private label programme
2025
250+ partner estates, 1000+ wines in catalogue
The people behind VineVoyage
A passionate team of wine lovers, logistics experts, and tech innovators united by a love for South African wine.
Richard van der Berg
Founder & CEO
Born in Cape Town, Richard spent 15 years in the South African wine industry before founding VineVoyage to bring his homeland's finest wines to the UK market.
Eleanor Hughes
Head of Operations
With a decade of experience in UK wine distribution, Eleanor oversees logistics, compliance, and ensures every bottle arrives in perfect condition.
Thabo Mkhize
Supplier Relations Director
Thabo works directly with South African estates to curate our portfolio, negotiating exclusive allocations and ensuring quality at every step.
Charlotte Reynolds
Head of Sales
Charlotte brings her extensive network of UK wholesalers and retailers to VineVoyage, driving growth and building lasting partnerships.
What we stand for
Quality First
Every wine is tasted and assessed by our expert panel before being listed. We never compromise on quality.
Sustainability
We champion sustainable viticulture and carbon-efficient shipping, supporting estates that care for the land.
Fair Partnership
We build equitable relationships with South African producers, ensuring fair prices that support communities.