The Best Wineries in South Africa

Stellenbosch

Delaire Graff Estate sits in the Stellenbosch winelands, with vineyards, mountain views and a large outdoor art collection. Its visits centre on wine tastings in the wine lounge, and restaurants operate on site. Kanu Wines is a Stellenbosch wine farm that makes MCC, Chenin Blanc, Shiraz and a Bordeaux blend. Its tastings take place in an underground cellar with cheese platters. Oldenburg Vineyards lies in the Banghoek Valley above Stellenbosch and is known for its Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Chenin Blanc. Seated tastings in a modern room with mountain views are guided by a sommelier.

Historic farms and gardens

Babylonstoren is a working farm and wine estate in Simondium, Cape Winelands, with large gardens and a wine museum. Visits combine tastings, cellar tours and meals, with walks through the grounds and farm shops. Vergelegen is a historic wine estate in Somerset West, known for its gardens, old trees and buildings. Its wines include Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and reds, and visits add a tea room, restaurants and picnics.

Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

Creation Wines is a wine estate in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley near Hermanus. It produces Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Port. Visits combine wine tastings and a restaurant that serves food pairings, with views over vineyards and mountains.