The 10 Best Wineries & Vineyards in South Africa, South Africa

September 14, 2021 Jasper Kershner

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1. Waterford Estate

Blaauwklippen Road, Stellenbosch 7600 South Africa +27 21 880 5300 [email protected] http://www.waterfordestate.co.za/
Excellent
82%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 719 reviews

Waterford Estate

Waterford Estate is situated in one of the world's most visually arresting pockets of paradise. Nestled in the picturesque Blaauwklippen Valley, in the world renowned Stellenbosch region, this 120 hectare property owned by Jeremy and Leigh Ord and managed by partner and Cellar master Kevin Arnold. The Estate boasts old citrus groves, rolling lawns, water features and fragrant lavender and rosemary beds. You'd be forgiven for thinking you were in the heart of Provence or the Spanish countryside, with your first glimpse of this enchanting realm. However, we are immensely proud of our uniquely South African location and the rich diversity of our indigenous flora and fauna. The winery was styled along the engaging terracotta design and was the result of winemaker Kevin Arnold and architect Alex Walker teaming up to create the home of Waterford Estate wines. The centre piece of the magnificent courtyard is the Waterford Estate fountain. This feature has been immortalized in the Waterford Estate label and represents a fundamental component of our philosophy. We believe in the old adage of 'less is more'. There is nothing pretentious or ostentatious about the estate, rather the visual impact is one of a seamless whole, which complements rather than detracts from the surrounding natural beauty. Welcome to our world, a world where the passing of time and the change in seasons only add rich layers of character and charm to the scene.

Reviewed By Richardreynolds1 - London, United Kingdom

On not a very South African day, more Somerset than Somerset West with low mist and drizzle, we were superbly looked after by head guide and budding oenologist Devon, a very engaging and enthusiastic host. It's a beautiful, Florentine styled, estate to visit - but that does not make it different from several others in the region. What does is the wine safari, an imaginative way to take visitors around the vineyards, normally tasting and eating very moreish tapa type food among the vines. Kevin Arnold is an ambitious wine maker and the estate's top wine, The Jem, compares very favourably to other top New World wines at a fraction of their price. Buy before the rest of the world wakes up! The estate also does a chocolate and wine pairing, very much enjoyed by most.

2. Durbanville Hills Table Mountain Wine Safari

Tafelberg Road, Durbanville South Africa +27 21 558 1300 http://www.durbanvillehills.co.za
Excellent
94%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 67 reviews

Durbanville Hills Table Mountain Wine Safari

Reviewed By Teebail - Docklow, United Kingdom

The wine was so good.Henry was an amazing company!. Had a blast with good food, great wine and wonderful company.

3. Groot Constantia

Groot Constantia Estate Groot Constantia Road, Constantia 7806 South Africa +27 21 794 5128 [email protected] http://www.grootconstantia.co.za
Excellent
53%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,541 reviews

Groot Constantia

Groot Constantia is South Africa's oldest wine producing estate, (est: 1685). Situated 20 minutes from the Cape Town CBD and one of Cape Town's Big 7 tourist attractions, Groot Constantia is a must visit for the whole family. With two outstanding restaurants, Jonkershuis and Simon's, wine tastings, chocolate and wine pairing, cellar tours and a museum that reminds one of a bygone era, this beautiful historic winery is a popular attraction that exudes natural beauty. Groot Constantia can also be reached hoping on City Sightseeing's Wine Bus.

Reviewed By enhancehungwe - Masvingo, Zimbabwe

If you get in capetown and never visit this place , you havent enjoyed . You will enjoy the scenic view , history of the estate as well as wine tasitng . Use the hop on hope off tour bus with the blue line to visit this site

4. Vergelegen Estate

Lourensford Road, Somerset West 7130 South Africa +27 21 847 2100 [email protected] http://www.vergelegen.co.za/
Excellent
75%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 889 reviews

Vergelegen Estate

Vergelegen - no ordinary Estate. Founded on 1 February 1700, Vergelegen (meaning "situated far away"), has been under the ownership of some of the world's great explorers and visionaries, each of whom, in their own way, have helped shape Vergelegen to what it is today: a world-class Estate. With its world renowned handcrafted wines, history spanning over 300 years, heritage, exquisite gardens and refined cuisine, it comes as no surprise that Vergelegen continues to be the choice of the discerning visitor seeking a total sensory experience. For this reason, the Estate has borne witness to many visits of heads of state and celebrities from all over the world. Think of Vergelegen to spend quality time on your own, with your family and friends or business associates - wine tasting centre and cellar tours, Camphors at Vergelegen Signature Restaurant, Stables at Vergelegen Bistro Restaurant and the Picnic, are only a few of a myriad of enjoyable activities at Vergelegen. We invite you to experience the world of Vergelegen first-hand.

Reviewed By GundaJohannesburg - Johannesburg, South Africa

Walk in these calm and beautiful surroundings with magnificent camphor trees and end your visit in their restaurant which serves you exquisite food

5. Spier Wine Farm

Annandale Road, Stellenbosch 7600 South Africa +27 21 809 1944 [email protected] http://www.spier.co.za
Excellent
52%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,139 reviews

Spier Wine Farm

Spier is one of the oldest wine farms in South Africa, with a recorded history dating back to 1692. Spier's winery has won multiple awards in recent years, including Producer of the Year (Mundus Vini, Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2011). We also performed exceptionally at the 2011 International Wine and Spirits Competition (five Best in Class Gold medals and two trophies), and were the top performing SA winery at Concours Mondial de Bruxelles for three consecutive years. The Spier cellar has ISO 22000 certification, is Fair Trade accredited, organically certified and follows the Integrated Production of Wine (IPW) criteria.

Reviewed By Peadars1 - Dublin, Ireland

I recently stayed here on holiday with my wife, and after a week of partying in nearby Cape Town I found the Spier Wine Farm to be absolutely idyllic and a wonderful place to relax and recharge the batteries ! The location is stunning, the staff were excellent, friendly and professional, and the wine was absolutely amazing and unbelievable value ! The rooms were so spacious and beautifully decorated. We chose to have a picnic on one of the days and I totally recommend doing that as you are spoiled for locations on the wonderful estate. We also stumbled on a bird of prey sanctuary which is located at the end of the estate. This was a wonderful experience and the girl/falconer was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. All in all it was a wonderful venue, extremely good value for such a high end estate and I would have no qualms in recommending it to anyone. The one downside for me was that the Estate's main restaurant (Eight) which I had read so much about was unfortunately closed as it is under renovation, but that's simply a case of bad timing on my part.

6. Warwick Wine Estate

R44 Between Stellenbosch & Paarl, Stellenbosch 7607 South Africa +27 21 884 4410 [email protected] http://www.warwickwine.com/
Excellent
68%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 608 reviews

Warwick Wine Estate

Warwick has become known as one of the most welcoming destinations with a truly authentic experience & friendly ambience. Open 365 days a year, join us for our famed 'Gourmet Picnic' and a tutored wine tasting. Bring your friends & family for a 'VINEYARD SAFARI' or just laze around on our magnificent lawns under the trees. This kid-friendly historic property will wow you.

Reviewed By Finemaster - Worthing, United Kingdom

We booked a tasting, followed by a picnic, where we’d chosen the place we wanted to sit, which was super easy on line. Yolande was excellent, friendly, knowledgeable, attentive (despite having several other tables to serve) there’s a great mix of wine that should suit all tastes, we just loved the The White Lady Chardonnay! As for the picnic, plenty of food for two, a good mix of salads, cheese, pate, breads, chutney and even a dessert each. We’ll certainly go back again to do this. To make the most of this lovely experience, suggest you allow 2.5-3hrs there.

7. Lanzerac Wine Estate

No. 1 Lanzerac Road Lanzerac Estate, Stellenbosch 7600 South Africa +27 21 887 1132 [email protected] http://www.lanzerac.co.za/
Excellent
56%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 297 reviews

Lanzerac Wine Estate

A visit to Lanzerac – the official home of Pinotage – is not complete without a wine tasting and guided tour of the acclaimed wine cellar. Visitors to the Lanzerac Tasting Room are able to experience our distinguished wines in the comfort of a relaxed setting. Enjoy a guided tasting by one of our knowledgeable Wine Advisor’s in the well-appointed Tasting Room, or on the verandah overlooking the vineyards with breath-taking views of the valley. The Tasting Room is open seven days a week and offers visitors a selection of informative tastings and pairings to both challenge the palate and complement the award-winning wines. Cellar tours run daily at 11h00. Wine experiences available: 1. Premium Tasting - Select 5 wines to taste from the Lanzerac Premium Range 2. Wine & Chocolate Tasting - Enjoy 5 selected Premium wines paired with 5 handcrafted chocolates 3. Heritage Tasting - Taste Lanzerac’s Heritage Range, a collection of 3 flagship wines and the MCC Blanc de Blancs Brut

Reviewed By Sunelle95

We had lunch at the Taphuis before proceeding to the Tasting Room for a Wine and Chocolate pairing. Lunch: The setting is incredibly beautiful and the restaurant truly caters to the needs of the patrons. The service we received from Francis was top notch. The food was exceptional. We ended up tasting each other's food as we were raving so much about our individual meals!! The wine was also very good. The value for money was really great. Wine and chocolate pairing: The service from Emmanuel was fantastic. The wine and chocolate pairing was insightful and super delicious!! The entire experience was fantastic!!

8. Simonsig

Kromme Rhee Road, Stellenbosch 7605 South Africa +27 21 888 4900 [email protected] http://www.simonsig.co.za/home
Excellent
59%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 269 reviews

Simonsig

Simonsig Estate upholds the legendary status of pioneering wine excellence shaped by the Malan Family's devotion to quality and innovative winemaking. Named after its dramatic views of the Simonsberg Mountain, the estate is ideally situated in Stellenbosch, South Africa's premier wine region, 45 km east of Cape Town. Tasting & Tours: Taste and learn more about our award winning wines from our knowledgeable team at our tasting room, set amidst the tranquil gardens on the estate. As a founding member of the Stellenbosch Wine Route, Simonsig enjoys widespread popularity and attracts visitors from all over the world. With a cosy fire crackling in the tasting room during winter or flutes of chilled Kaapse Vonkel served on the cool, shady veranda during summer, we welcome our visitors to cellar tour experiences all year round. Opening Hours Tasting and Wine Sales Mon to Fri: 08:30 - 17:00 Saturdays & Public Holidays: 08:30 - 16:00 Sunday: 11:00 - 15:00 Closed on Christmas, New Year's Day & Good Friday Cellar Tours Mon to Fri: 10:00 & 15:00 Saturdays: 10:00 Closed on Sunday, Christmas, New Year's Day & Good Friday

Reviewed By Lourens-Esterhuyse - Cape Town, South Africa

Great wine, great service and the lady who served us was excellent and know her wines. This is a must stop, and enjoy the garden and surroundings, while you taste one of the best wines in Stellenbosch.

9. Delaire Graff Estate

Helshoogte Pass R310, Stellenbosch 7600 South Africa +27 21 885 8160 [email protected] http://www.delaire.co.za
Excellent
69%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 665 reviews

Delaire Graff Estate

Nestled between majestic mountains and overlooking the vineyards of Stellenbosch, Delaire Graff Estate is South Africa's most desirable art, hospitality and wine destination. A magnificent Cape Winelands property, it boasts two outstanding restaurants, a state-of-the-art winery, exclusive lodges, a destination spa and luxury boutiques. Striking Cape Dutch architecture meets African artefacts and styling, with original artworks from Laurence Graff's personal collection on display throughout, representing some of South Africa's finest contemporary artists.

Reviewed By 400kayl - Kaohsiung, Taiwan

LOCATION   WOW! Close to Stellenbosch, the location was up a hill and just off a main road with a well-organised team of many parking attendants and staff. Twas Christmas, and staff wore Santa hats while guests were jolly and merry.   WINE LOUNGE   Wine tasting scenery of beautiful, majestic mountains, gorgeous vineyards and some bubbles create a romantic atmosphere of opulence and indulgence. The wine tasting lounge has purple sofas, a fireplace and a grand piano, which was played at intervals. We even heard a lady opera singer for one of the performances. The interior and exterior decorating of the compound is impressive, stylish, trendy and modern.    Our waiter Danny was very knowledgable, friendly and efficient, appearing at appropriate intervals while we sampled the cheese and salmon platter during our wine tasting menu journey. Toilets are super clean, attractive and fragrant with hand towels and awesome soap lotion (available for purchase at reception in 500ml containers).     BOUTIQUE   Own brand jewellery shop is right next to the colorfully decorated reception with portraits and myriad floral arrangements, while wine cellar adjacent to the shop. The Chinese Girl painting/Green Lady (1952) by Vladimir Tretchikoff stands at reception. The entire complex is quite interesting, with many artworks, sculptures, in and outdoor water causeway and water reservoirs. One can take a walk to the surrounding vineyards and continue the art journey to the spa and lodge, where the theme of interesting sculptures and structures continue. Pool is amazing and a curio shop with a collection of interesting objects from the African continent (Malta, Eswatini, Tanzania…) can be appreciated and explanation given by the gentleman onsite.      Accommodation onsite with spa available for those with a deep pocket.   SUMMARY   Top-notch, first-class wine estate for the club of exclusivity and excellence   Stunning place to visit!

10. Louisvale

Devon Valley Road, Stellenbosch 7600 South Africa +27 21 882 2422 [email protected] http://www.louisvale.com
Excellent
71%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 48 reviews

Louisvale

Reviewed By NatashaD1742

This was my first time here, I went with my two sisters. I absolutely loved it! Amazing staff, stunning views. We did a tasting and it is very affordable and value for money. Afterwards we had two delicious platters. It was an great day all in all.

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