World Class Wine

The Winelands boasts some of the most majestic scenery in South Africa and is conveniently situated in close proximity to Cape Town.

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Winelands

Vineyard Restaurants

The Cape is blessed with some of the most spectacular wine farms in the country. These award-winning estates is also home to a line-up of outstanding restaurants, boutiques, museums, galleries, and places to stay, not to mention loads of fun outdoor activities.

  • There is something for every style and palate, from fine dining to warm style meals.
  • For a relaxed and ethically sourced pasture to plate meal – keep it local, simple and fresh!

BOUTIQUE WINERIES V01

Stellenbosch

  • The Restaurant | Waterkloof
  • Tokara Restaurant
  • Indochine at Delaire Graff
  • Bodega Restaurant |Dornier
  • Terroir at Kleine Zalze
  • Cavalli Estate

BOUTIQUE WINERIES V02

Franschhoek

  • Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate
  • Tokara Wine estate
  • Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant
  • Chefs Warehouse at Maison
  • The Werf Restaurant Boschendal

BOUTIQUE WINERIES V03

Constantia

  • Chefs Warehouse at Beau Costantia
  • Buitenverwachting
  • La Colombe Restaurant
  • Tryn at Steenberg
  • Bistro Sixteen82

Winelands

Picnics

A good picnic doesn’t require much more than a patch of grass, a shady tree and a lovely view. There’s no shortage of rolling vineyards and postcard views in the Cape Winelands.

  • There is nothing better than kicking back to enjoy a spread of delicious eats paired with your favourite bottle of wine, surrounded by vineyards and views.
  • Comfy bean bags are on offer, you just need to pick a spot of your choice and unwind.

TANTALIZING TASTE BUDS

The Table at De Meye

  • The menu changes weekly, depending on the fresh produce available.
  • For the Table they source and support local suppliers, small-scale farmers and delis, and buy organically as far as possible.
  • Hosts Leigh and Brendan have created an honest-to-goodness experience that’s memorable and uplifting.
  • A set, three course sharing style menu is on offer.

COOL, CALM AND COLLECTED

Warwick

  • Warwick has a wide range of picnic areas to choose from, from private pods to their terrace, perfect for soaking in the views.
  • Gourmet Basket varies from R550 (serves 2) / R300 (serves 1).
  • They have a gourmet, vegetarian / vegan and children’s menu available.

MEMORABLE SUNSET

Cape Point Vineyard

  • With panoramic sea, dam, mountain and vineyard views Cape Point Vineyards has definitely one of the best picnic settings in the country.
  • Postcard pretty views form the backdrop of your picnic experience at Cape Point Vineyards.

    From R 395.00 for a basket (serves 2)

Winelands

Wine-Tasting

The Western Cape is famed for its abundance of highly decorated wineries, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Constantia Valley.

The Cape Winelands has the perfect bucket list:

  • Pristine skies.
  • Towering and majestic mountains.
  • Verdant views.
  • Dramatic sunsets.
  • Excellent wine.

TASTING OPTION 1

Stellenbosch

  • Dornier Wine Estate
    Dornier Wine Estate, situated at the foot of Stellenbosch Mountains, where focus lies on the production of premium quality.
  • Waterford Wine Estate.
    Waterford Estate is situated in the picturesque Blaauwklippen Valley, in the world-renowned Stellenbosch region.
    The Waterford Estate winery offers a relaxing setting where guests can sit and enjoy various tasting options.
  • Tokara Wine estate
    A breathtakingly beautiful spot to spend the day.
  • Babylonstoren
  • Delaire Graff Wine
  • Cavalli Wine & Co

TASTING OPTION 2

Franschhoek

  • La Motte Vineyard
    La Motte is situated in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley in South Africa’s Cape winelands.
  • Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate
    The distinctive Grande Provence vintages reflect the passion and enthusiasm of the wine-making team.
  • Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons
    Rupert and Rothschild Vignerons offer an exceptional and well thought out wine tasting experience.
  • Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines
  • La Petite Ferme
  • Vrede en Lust Winery

TASTING OPTION 3

Constantia

  • Beau Constantia
    Beau Constantia is a boutique wine farm situated at the top of Constantia Nek overlooking False Bay.
  • Buitenverwachting
    Specialising in Sauvignon Blanc, the Constantia valley allows slow ripening climatic conditions to translate into fresh, crisp and full-bodied wines.
  • Eaglest Nest Wines
    Eagles’ Nest is cradled on some of the steepest vineyards in South Africa, allowing for the creation of rare, distinct and exceptional wines.
  • Steenberg Estate
  • Klein Constantia Estate
  • Groot Constantia

Winelands

Wineland Activities

With its magnificent natural beauty, its world-renowned wines – the Winelands Region in the Western Cape is synonymous with all the best that the Cape has to offer.

  • Combine the delicious wines with beautiful landscapes and fun activity and you have yourself a winning recipe.
  • The geographic location of the Cape Winelands contributes to the wide range of activities available.

Adventure Seeker

Tours

  • The Franschhoek Motor Museum
    Automobile museum featuring an extensive collection of antique & vintage cars & motorcycles.
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram
    Perfect activity for all the Wine flies.
  • Cobra through Helshoogte
    A breathtakingly beautiful spot to drive through with a classic car.
  • Winelands Hot Air Ballooning
    Wineland Ballooning offers daily scenic Hot Air Balloon flights over the naturally beautiful Berg River Valley.

Grapevine

Nature

  • Babylonstoren Garden tour
    A fruit and vegetable garden with great botanical diversity.
    Inspired by the 17th century gardens of the Dutch East India Company.
  • The Spice Route
    Old farmhouse offering a variety of typical South African delicacies.
  • Strawberry Fields
    Strawberry safari awaits pickers in the Cape summer season.
    Fun family outdoor activity.
  • Famous Duck Parades
    An amusing daily ritual at Vergenoegd where a flock of Indian Runner Ducks line-up for their day in the vineyards.
    Duck Parades: 10H30, 12H30 & 15H30 (Mon – Sun)

Dexterity

Art

  • Dylan Lewis Studio & Sculpture Garden
    The garden focuses on indigenous species, particularly fynbos. Although planted to give year-round colour, it peaks in July and August.
  • Rupert Museum
    Home to a superb collection of South African and International art.
  • Rust-en-Vrede Art Gallery & Clay Museum
  • Everard Read Franschhoek

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