Location: Hermanus
Top Things to do in Hermanus
10 Wineries & Vineyards in Hermanus That You Shouldn't Miss
Beautiful Hermanus is a South African seaside town that’s a popular whale-watching site. An initial visit to the Old Harbour Museum will acquaint you with the area’s rich fishing history and impress you with a massive exhibit of a whale skeleton. With dozens of area vineyards, Hermanus is a great base for a guided wine tasting tour.
Restaurants in Hermanus
1. Bartho Eksteen Wijnskool
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Bartho Eksteen Wijnskool is not only great wine, but South Africa's future. With wine courses offered to school children and WSET Levels 1-3 for serious consumers, the playing field is wide open for all ages to learn more about the wonderful world of wine. The main focus is still to produce exclusive and exceptional wines where quality is non-negotiable with as range of nine wines to choose from. MCC sparkling wine, Sauvignon Blancs, Rosé and Rhône style red blends are amongst the wine selection.
Reviewed By hiltontait - Johannesburg, South Africa
Its just at the start of the Hemel & Aarde valley and it doesn't have the glitz and glamour of some of the other wineries up the valley but it delivers in spades. There is an attached restaurant called Maná which is under the management of Bartho's wife Suné. The setting is outside in a rustic setting with wooden tables under a granadilla covered pergola. We wanted a light snack so we were coerced into trying "Suprise suprise", which turned out to be a delightful offering of local cheese, pork pie, scotch egg, bread, fresh fruit and a marvelous chutney. The single platter was enough for two people. Wine tasting was by one of the students. Although young she made it very interesting and delivered an enjoyable wine tasting experience. The Róse is an excellent match for the platter.
2. Sumaridge Wine Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
Reviewed By phancke - Stellenbosch, South Africa
GREAT place with friendly staff! We had a burger for a affordable price that was amazing. We also enjoyed a platter including a Swedish delicacy called Raclette and two glasses of their refreshing Sauvignon Blanc, this is definitely a must have. Overall great experience and definitely one of my favourite farms in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.
3. Creation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By Negal2014 - Perth, Australia
Lovely vineyard, went there for lunch and the wine pairing, excellent friendly service, first time experience for myself had a great time. Highly recommend this vineyard. Only negative is dog owners not controlling their dogs, why people insist on taking them to restaurants I don’t know,
4. Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 223 reviews
Nestled between two gentle hills on the banks of the Botrivier Lagoon, lies the Benguela Cove Wine Estate. Located only one hour from Cape Town , 45 minutes from Cape Town International Airport and just 10km from the historical seaside town of Hermanus, this site enjoys majestic views over the lagoon to the Palmiet mountains, which form the spine of the Kogelberg Biosphere. Perfectly positioned to capture these panoramic views, the 210 Hectares of open land, formed by a large cove on the lagoon, offer just the right amount of seclusion and privacy. Open daily for wine tasting and lunch. Breakfast Sat and Sun, Dinner Thursday - Sunday
5. Bouchard Finlayson Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By mariomarchio777 - Hermanus, South Africa
We had great wine served with a delicious platter of cheese, salame, pâtés, balsamic vinegar, olive oil and home baked bread. The sommelier was incredible! Lovely experience.
6. Ataraxia Wines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By Heathercape
Beautiful venue with outstanding views over the Hemel and Aarde Valley. Lionel was an excellent host - knowledgeable, humorous and attentive. We tasted 4 wines, each one was excellent. If you buy a bottle of wine, the wine tasting fee is waived. Overall, a wonderful experience - will definitely be back.
7. Domaine Des Dieux
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Domaine des Dieux is a boutique wine farm that makes small quantities of award winning wines and the home of Hemel-en-Aarde MCC
Reviewed By dewaldr - Cape Town Central, South Africa
It would be an understatement to say that I love everything about Domaine Des Dieux! I have visited them numerous times and they have never disappointed. Perched on-top of a hill in the picturesque Hemel-En-Aarde Vallei ("Heaven and Earth Valley"), the quaint tasting room has a perfect view of the valley and with its kind of "remote" location it has a romantic atmosphere making you fall in love with the wine before you have even started tasting. They have different styles of wines available to taste, ranging from MCC's to Whites and Reds, and although it is very difficult to choose a favourite, their MCC's are a must! The wines speak for themselves, but the staff are also very knowledgeable. After a tasting you can order a glass (or even a bottle) of wine and relax on their couches, enjoying the view and the relaxing atmosphere. The tasting room is small and can't accommodate a lot of people, so if you want to give them a try, I definitely recommend you make a booking (especially over peak season and weekends). When we left we felt sad as you just want to stay there forever, but we did the next best thing and bought a couple of bottles to take home. I would just like to thank Steward, the guy that did our tasting, for making the experience so fun and extra special. We will definitely be back!
8. Bosman Hermanus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Drive up the Hemel-en-Aarde Pass and turn left towards the De Bos dam & around a bend, a low slung building appears on the horizon, perched on a sweeping landscape and anchored under a large tree. This is the Frame House. A wood and canvas structure housing the wine tasting room and picnic service belonging to Bosman Family Vineyards on their farm in the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Hermanus. The Frame House is a refreshment station from which you can explore both nature and your place within it trough primarily our wine range tasting experience, complemented with a picnic service that we offer. Nature trails are also available at Bosman Hermanus where you can soak up the views, absorb the stillness broken only by the rustling bushes or soft bird call. At the top enjoy a 360º view of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. From there you can see all the way across Walker Bay to Gansbaai in the South and Hangklip in the West. Delicious coffee is available from our in house barista.
Reviewed By bjuliek
We visit the Hemel en Aarde Valley quite often, but had never heard of this little gem before. It was SO worth the short detour off the main road through the valley. Some of our favorite wines we've tasted in the valley! An unpretentious estate, very friendly staff - Nigel and Watson both knowledgeable and friendly. Beautiful surrounds. Small menu of flat breads and cheese platters - delish. We'll be back!
9. Hornbill House Ceramics, Gift Shop and Winery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Hornbill House is well know for Ceramics, we supply a great group op outlets with our Ceramics in South Africa, and a great deal is also going overseas. Guests can wonder around our Ceramic shop and see the staff work with the clay in the studio. Not also do we have ceramics, we are also a garagiste winery and we have Accommodation on site. The Season restaurant is also under one roof.
10. Hamilton Russell Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By HansHenrikL4
Fantastic wine tasting in the most wonderful surroundings. Superb wine - and very friendly reception
