Your Stellenbosch Wine FarmBucket Listby Life Brands | Nov 16, 2019 | Lifestyle, Stellenbosch, Wine, Wine & Dine, Wine tasting | 0comments

10 Must-visit Stellenbosch WineriesThere are approximately 130 wine estates in the Stellenbosch Valley, which begs thefollowing question: where the heck do you start? Visitors to the Cape Winelands are often leftwholly daunted by the sheer number and diversity of wineries and so we have put together alist of those we consider to be “must visits.” These wineries not only deliver beautiful, award-winning wines but they are also special for reasons that range from beguiling historiccharacter to quirky resident ducks.

Delaire Graff

www.delaire.co.za

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Special reason to visit: The manicured gardens and immaculately designed interior isstaggeringly beautiful.

Located near the top of Helshoogte Pass in Stellenbosch, the spectacularly beautiful DelaireGra� Estate is a mighty impressive start to any wine tasting itinerary. The incredible viewsprovide the perfect backdrop to the estate’s outstanding restaurants, state-of-the-art winery,exclusive lodges, exuberantly colourful landscaping, destination spa, and luxury boutiques.Delaire means ‘from the sky’, and their wines are an invitation to taste and savour thisunique piece of heaven and earth in Stellenbosch.

Delheim Wines

www.Delheim.com

Special reason to visit: Delheim o�ers a fabulous wine pairing experience with delicious,fynbos-inspired cupcakes. They also o�er riverside picnics, which is the perfect way to whileaway a spring or summer day!

High on the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain lies the family-owned Delheim estate. Herethe Sperling family has been making wines of character for many decades. Visitors to ourbeautiful farm will be greeted by breathtaking views, superb wines, delicious food served inthe Garden Restaurant, and an authentic sense of family and country hospitality. DelheimWines also o�ers riverside picnics and a fabulous wine pairing experience with fynbosinspired by indigenous Cape �ora.

Hazendal Wine Estate

www.Hazendal.co.za

Special reason to visit: For a unique, sneak peak at Russian culture and wine tastingsenjoyed in a spectacularly chic and sexy tasting room.

A short distance from Cape Town, nestled against the Bottelary Hills, lies one ofStellenbosch’s historic wine farms: Hazendal Wine Estate. This illustrious wine estatecombines Russian and South African culinary, cultural, and adventurous traditions for aunique winelands experience. Vineyards in the Bottelary Hills are planted at varying heightsfrom 150 m to up to 400 m above sea level and this, combined with the in�uence of bothFalse Bay to the south, and the cold Atlantic in the west, contribute to crafting unique,distinctive wines with a sense of place.

Lanzerac Wine Estate

www.lanzerac.co.za

Special reason to visit: Lanzerac was the �rst ever wine farm to produce Pinotage and theiraward-littered wines will blow your socks o�.

Known equally through the years for award-winning wines and acclaimed restaurants, thishistoric estate of Lanzerac has established itself as one of Stellenbosch’s top food and winedestinations, making it the perfect spoil for any occasion, especially if you book a newlyrefurbished suite to stay in after dinner and a wine tasting!

Muratie Wine Estate

www.muratie.co.za

Special reason to visit: The beguiling historic character and heavily cobwebbed tastingroom (some of the spiders here are older than you…and they have all been given names!)

While many of Stellenbosch’s wineries are stylish in their modern design, Muratie is purevintage with its ancient Cape Dutch buildings, antique décor, garden-strewn historic farmingequipment, and heavily cobwebbed tasting room. Founded in 1685, Muratie Estate, which istucked in the Knorhoek Valley to the north of Stellenbosch, is one of the Cape’s oldest wineestates. Visiting is like walking back in time, and this makes Muratie unique amongStellenbosch wine farms.

Tokara Wine & Olive Farm

www.Tokara.com

Special reason to visit: The Deli o�ers free tastings of Tokara’s stunning extra virgin oliveoils, which pair beautifully with the deli food and Tokara wines!

Founded 25 years ago, Tokara Wine & Olive Farm is a tourist destination that o�ers visitorselegant, award-winning wines, two beautiful restaurants, an art gallery, and sculpturegarden, as well as some of the best South African Extra Virgin Olive oils you’ll �nd in thecountry. The estate also performs consistently well in national and international winecompetitions so you can count on the wine being truly excellent here and this, coupled withheart-breaking views of Stellenbosch is why you simply have to pay Tokara a visit.

Warwick Wine Estate

www.warwickwine.com

Special reason to visit: A total treat of a picnic hamper enjoyed in a “picnic pod” on theirsweeping lawns.

The stately and picturesque Warwick wine estate carries a well-deserved reputation for its“picnic pods”. Here, underneath a yawning umbrella and on the thoughtfully laid out picnicblankets and pillows, guests are invited to spend a leisurely afternoon, munching their waythrough a pre-packed artisanal picnic, and sipping on a glass (or three) of their award-winning wine. The picnics are packed with delectable treats.

Waterkloof Wine Estate

www.waterkloofwines.co.za

Special reason to visit: Its restaurant was voted the number one Best Restaurant at the2018 Eat Out Mercedes-Benz Restaurant Awards.

Waterkloof Wine Estate’s signature restaurant has literally taken quality winelands dining tonew heights. Gorgeously appointed in a glass promontory, the restaurant extends from thechic wine tasting lounge and gravitational cellar. Within its walls, Chef Gregory Czarneckiwhets the appetite with contemporary classics, complemented by the estate’s elegant wines.And, being the winner of the 2018 Eat Out Mercedes-Benz Restaurant Awards, you just knowa meal here is going to be a real treat!

Vergelegen

www.Vergelegen.co.za

Special reason to visit: A picnic in the truly magical Camphors forest!

Founded on 1 February 1700, Vergelegen (meaning “situated far away”), has been under theownership of some of the world’s greatest explorers and visionaries, each of whom, in theirown way, have helped shape Vergelegen to what it is today: a world-class estate. With itsworld renowned handcrafted wines, its history spanning over 300 years, heritage, exquisitegardens and re�ned cuisine, it comes as no surprise that Vergelegen continues to be thechoice of the discerning visitor seeking a total sensory experience.

Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate

www.vergenoegd.co.za

Special reason to visit: The daily march of the resident �ock of Indian runner ducks.

There is more to Stellenbosch than just wine tasting, and Vergenoegd is the kind of place thatproves it. Beautifully immersed in the countryside around Stellenbosch, Vergenoegd has arich o�ering of wine tasting, deli fare, restaurant food, tea and co�ee blending experiences,and… the march of the ducks. Every day, the thousand-strong �ock of Indian runner ducksare marched from their pens and into the vineyards, where they are left to roam free andsnap up snails, bugs, and other pests that would otherwise compromise the vines. It is acharming show, since these ducks have a very comical upright posture and some even havea full head of hair!Share now

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