Put on your cat eyes and grab a glass! We’re herding cats in wine country.
Wine collections reflect an extraordinary commitment to bringing as many rare vintages as possible under one roof. Wine collectors with a love for cats, strive to have a collection of wines with felines parading on the label. If you want to build your own wine collection themed around cats without paying a fortune, this list will guide you in the right direction.
Featuring labels from all over the world, the wines below are for humans who are obsessed with cats. If you love drinking wine with a cat on your lap, then you are that human. To feed your feline fetish, here’s the ultimate cat collection of wines for feline fanciers with a taste for fine things.
Sarel Seemonster
A monstrosity of a cat and wine from winemaker Kobie Viljoen at Villion Family Wines. Sarel Seemonster, the Sauvignon Blanc from South Africa, embodies the spirit of a sailor cat, confidently believing he is Captain of the ship. Based on the taste, he probably is!
Teusner Wines Cat Man
Teusner Wines is an independent winery in Barossa Valley, South Australia. The Teusner Wines logo is a suit-wearing cat-human hybrid. The effect is eye-popping and humorous; this wine label is sure to pop out on a liquor store shelf. Winemaker Kym Teusner confirms this, with a statement that reads: The cat probably sells more of this wine than the wine itself.
Cats Tail Vineyard Syrah
This exceptional Syrah from Lomond, located near the southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas, boasts a distinctive terroir shaped by its unique geography, geology, and climate, making it ideal for crafting world-class wines. Nestled amidst the vibrant indigenous flora of Fynbos, Lomond’s vineyards benefit from a rich biodiversity that enhances the wine’s character and depth. This single-vineyard wine is named after a vulnerable and red-listed species endemic to the Agulhas Region, Erica Lineata or CatsTail Erica, also known as the Hangertjies plant in Afrikaans.
The Athazagoraphobic Cat
The Athazagoraphobic Cat, produced by the renowned d’Arenberg Winery in McLaren Vale, Australia, is an intriguing blend of Sagrantino and Cinsault. Its unique spinning cylindrical label cleverly pays tribute to early animation techniques, creating a delightful illusion where the cat appears to walk alongside a human as the label is turned.
The Cenosilicaphobic Cat
Also produced by the Osborn family from d’Arenberg in Australia, the story of the Cenosilicaphobic Cat is as interesting as the wine itself. Wine-loving cat fanatics who visit the cellar can enjoy a wine tasting while admiring 25 authentic bronze sculptures and graphic artworks of Salvador Dali, who is well known for his three flying cats.
Cat’s Cradle Chenin Blanc
This vibrant and expressive Chenin Blanc showcases the remarkable craftsmanship of old vines from South Africa. Cat’s Cradle Chenin Blanc marks the inaugural single-vineyard bottling from Thorne and Daughters in the Swartland region, highlighting its distinct terroir and exceptional quality.
Lou Gat Wine Range
The Lou Gat wine range features a diverse palette of vibrant colors, including Lou Gat Green, Yellow, and Purple Red. Crafted by Maison Marcellin, a renowned winery in the picturesque Côtes de Gascogne region of France, this exquisite wine collection captures the essence of the region’s terroir.
Kat Se Snor
Born in the Hemel en Aarde Valley in South Africa, Vivino list seven wine varietals under the Kat se Snor range. Made by winemaker Gerhard Smith, the Kat se Snor wine label pays homage to the whiskers of cats, literally.
Kat Met Die Houtbeen
Cool, calm, and poised. She is self-assured, moving with a laid-back demeanor. Observing with a mysterious gaze, Kat met die Houtbeen (Cat with the wooden leg) knows what she wants, and she’ll do what it takes to get it. A rare but real Sauvignon Blanc from Hermanuspietersfontein in South Africa.
