Western Cape Wineries

The Western Cape’s viticultural landscape spans from the historic estates of Constantia and Stellenbosch to the cool-climate vineyards of Hemel-en-Aarde. This selection highlights the region's diverse terroir, featuring pioneers of Pinotage, producers of world-class Méthode Cap Classique, and historic farms dating back to the 17th century. Visitors can explore traditional Cape Dutch architecture, underground tasting vaults, and estates specializing in everything from high-altitude Pinot Noir to robust Bordeaux-style blends.

Creation Wines

Located on the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, this estate specializes in cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, offering curated food and wine pairing menus.

Klein Constantia Winery

Visit a nice wine cellar located in beautiful surroundings and taste its unique wines.

Delaire Graff Estate

Situated on the Helshoogte Pass, this estate features a significant contemporary South African art collection, botanical gardens, and Bordeaux-style red wines.

Kanonkop Estate

A fourth-generation family estate on the Simonsberg Mountain known for its Pinotage and the Paul Sauer Bordeaux blend, utilizing traditional open concrete fermenters.

Rustenberg Wines

Established in 1682, this historic Stellenbosch estate features Cape Dutch architecture and the Schoongezicht garden, producing acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay.

Alto Wine lands

One of the oldest red-wine-only estates in South Africa, located on the slopes of the Helderberg. It is specifically known for its flagship Alto Rouge blend.

Goedverwacht

A family-owned estate in the Robertson Valley producing Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc from vineyards situated along the banks of the Breede River.

Kranskop

Boutique winery in the Robertson area featuring a tasting room with views of the valley. Known for producing Viognier and Tannat.

Weltevrede

A Bonnievale estate specializing in Chardonnay and Méthode Cap Classique, featuring unique candlelit tasting experiences in underground vaults.

Herold Wines

High-altitude winery located in the Outeniqua Mountains near George, specializing in cool-climate Pinot Noir and hand-labeled varietals.

Arabella

Located in the Robertson district, this estate combines a horse stud farm with vineyards producing Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Bonnievale

A large-scale cooperative winery in the Breede River Valley producing a wide range of varietals, including Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc.

Aan De Doorns Cellar

Established in 1954 near Worcester, this is one of the larger cellars in the region, focusing on Chenin Blanc and Pinotage.

Krone Twee Jonge Gezellen

Historic Tulbagh estate dating to 1710, specializing in vintage Méthode Cap Classique sparkling wines aged in underground cellars.

Namaqua Wines

Based in Vredendal, this winery processes grapes from the Olifants River region and is one of the largest producers in South Africa.