Swartland Winery is situated about 70km north of Cape Town and 3km outside the town of Malmesbury on the road to Paarl. In the heart of the Swartland the winery harvests its grapes from wine farms spread out on the hills around Malmesbury. The vineyards benefit from the constant cool breezes that blow off the Atlantic Ocean, effectively sustaining the many microclimates, while ... Attractions   

Sadie Family Wines is a wine producer in the Swartland region, famous for its wines made from classic Rhône varieties like Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Viognier. The legendary and passionate Eben Sadie is the owner-winemaker of the winery. Attractions   

AA Badenhorst Family Wines are grown, made and matured on Kalmoesfontein farm in the Swartland appellation of South Africa. The 28ha of old bushvines grow in the Siebritskloof part of the Paardeberg mountain. The property is owned by the baie dynamic and good looking cousins Hein and Adi Badenhorst. They are originally from Constantia. Their grandfather was the farm manager of ... Attractions   

Swerwer is a name which describes the lives of many young winemakers chasing the vintages across the globe. Established in 2012 by winemaker Jasper Wickens, the Swerwer wines reflect the true character of the Paardeberg in the Swartland, South Africa. Attractions   

Through close collaboration with our community, our wine team distill the expressive nature of the Swartland wine region. While we are passionate about our own wine ranges, Riebeek Valley Wine Co. is also a leading Boutique Wine Services Company. We provide an extensive range of products and services to the South African and global wine industry. Through collaboration with winemakers, ... Attractions   

Winkelshoek is a privately owned cellar, situated approximately 1 1/2 hours from CT on the flower and wine route of this region.This rugged thatched roof establishment offers all the amenities that make travelling a pleasurable experience. Not only will you have the pleasure of tasting our range of Weskus wines, fortified wines and brandies, but also the wines of the cellars on ... Attractions   

Babylons Peak is a private cellar, nestled on the slopes of the Paardeberg Mountain. Some of the highest vineyards in the Swartland region can be found here. The cellar is built on the farm Nooitgedacht, which has belonged to the Basson family for four generations. The old cellar was in production until 1948, after which grapes were delivered to a co-operative cellar. Attractions   

Dragonridge Winery is situated in the Swartland wine region on Fynbos Estate, deep in the Paardeberg. One of the mountains on the farm resembles a sleeping dragon, hence the name ‘Dragonridge’. The farm produces between 20 and 40 tonnes of organic grapes each year which are used to produce small quantities of handcrafted natural organic wines. The Dragonridge philosophy is simple: ... Attractions   

On the R 45 between Malmesbury and Paarl in the Swartland, you'll find this 'Ruby in the dust...' At Annex Kloof you have the opportunity to kick of your shoes, leave your inhibitions at home and switch of from the city buzz. Instead of bling and fine dining you’ll get warmth and good quality wines, tasted from the barrels and dining amongst them. Attractions   

Franki's Vineyards is a small boutique winery and Guest Lodge in the Swartland area. Currently producing a Grenache, a Viognier and a Mourvèdre Rosé . The guest lodge can accommodate up to 28 people. Franki’s Vineyards has been established as a pioneering venture, which does not follow the conventional patterns of the local wine industry from the selection of cultivars, through ... Attractions   

After graduating from Stellenbosch University with a degree in viticulture and oenology, I worked multiple vintages in Australia, France and Portugal. I then returned to home ground and joined the winemaking team at Klein Constantia. In 2004 I was offered the opportunity of starting Anwilka wines in conjunction with Klein Constantia role-players and Bordeaux winemakers. The four ... Attractions   

David & Nadia is a family-owned winery. We focus on a spectrum of organic, old and dry land bush vine vineyards from different areas with different soil types throughout the Swartland, farmed by like-minded people. In the cellar, we work as naturally as possible and only add sulphur. We believe in a pure, fresh, and natural style where site and soil are at work with minimal influence ... Attractions   

Allesverloren Wine Estate is the oldest estate along the Swartland wine route, located in Riebeek-West. The name, Allesverloren, was registered in 1704 after the farm burnt down and although the name translates to ‘all is lost’ the Malan-family has indeed enjoyed a happy fate. Allesverloren is now, after 148 years, still a Malan-family owned and managed winery and Danie is working ... Attractions   

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Filia-meaning daughter in Latin-a culmination of a life’s long passion for the Paardeberg, where I was born, raised and have returned to. The Paardeberg- or horse mountain, so named by the first European settlers to the Swartland, due to the abundance of Quaggas (Cape Mountain Zebra) that roamed its fynbos thicket covered granite slopes-lies in the Swartland, with its verdant rolling ... Attractions   

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At Lammershoek we believe in making natural wine. That means being in touch with our land and farming organically, and using no additives apart from minimal amounts of SO2 during the wine-making process. The result is wine that reflects the place where it is made, as well as the people who make it. Attractions   

In 1661, one of Jan van Riebeecks corporals crested Kasteelberg. In honour of his mentor he named the mountain Riebeecks Kasteel. In 1704 Jan Bothma, an acclaimed wine farmer from Stellenbosch, was awarded land on the slopes of the mountain by the Governor of the Cape, Willem Adriaan van der Stel. This was the beginning of Kloovenburg. Attractions   

Back in the mid-sixteen hundreds, after an extremely long and tiring trek from the Cape of Good Hope, Pieter Cruythoff and his party stood atop the Bothmanskloof pass and surveyed for the first time, a valley of rich wonderment and beauty. Many followed in the years to come; to settle, to farm, to live and laugh - to soak in the glorious views and introduce added quality into their lives. Attractions   

The Mostert family has been farming with wine grapes since 1965, but Johan Mostert (Winemaker) was the first to try his hand at making his own wine in 2002. The first year was a learning curve and, with the support of friend and mentor Marais de Villiers, Johan produced his first fruity Chenin Blanc, followed by a barrel-matured Shiraz. Nieuwedrift now also produces Méthod Cap ... Attractions   

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Since settling in South Africa in 1990, Argentinian-born engineer Billy Hughes, wanted to make his own wine so in the year 2000 he bought a piece of land in Malmesbury, naming it Kasteelsig Vineyards. 27ha of this prime property is now under vine, occupying a cool east-facing slope overlooking the Kasteelberg mountain with the rural hamlet of Riebeek-Kasteel at its base. Attractions   

The last high ground that the Great Berg River passes through on its way to the sea is between the Piketberg and Koringberg mountains. Koringberg is a little hamlet tucked under the Koringberg mountain. Wildehurst Winery is the first winery in Koringberg. It is owned by Chris and Joanne Hurst and their maiden harvest was in 2009. Grapes are sourced from their own vineyard in Koringberg ... Attractions   

We focus on two wines in limited quantities. This enables us to nurture our wine and create gems. This philosophy has led to the name for the white blend, Tourmaline and the Cape Blend, Amethys" - Marinda Blake Attractions   

After 12 long years of making really good wines, for really nice people, I decided that it is time to make some even better wines for myself. And obviously for you too. And for a whole lot of other deserving people on this planet. So if you are keen on good wines, wines that oozes personality and want to keep ahead of the Joneses, this is the right place to be. Attractions   

Arbeidsgenot Wines is owned by Jaco & Cornel Brand. Specialising in Rhône; Verdelho, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Grenache Noir, Chenin Blanc, and Chardonnay. All our grapes are purchased from the Malmesbury area. Attractions   

Hofstraat cellar is a garagiste winery owned by Wim Smit, the resident winemaker. He is a well known commercial builder in Malmesbury and the surrounding Swartland. He took his aesthetic perfection of building practices and directly applied it into his hobby, wine making. Officially registered in 2002, Hofstraat cellar, with Renosterbos being its flagship wine, has since won many ... Attractions   

Org de Rac is a pioneer of organic viticulture in South Africa, making a range of award-winning wines competing with the best the country has to offer and showing that natural, organic farming is synonymous with wine quality. Attractions   

Established 1693, Leeuwenkuil, meaning “Lion’s Lair” - named for the place where the regal Cape Lion once roamed - lies at the Southern-most tip to the Swartland. Owned and managed by the 7th generation Dreyer Family, Leeuwenkuil creates uncompromisingly honest, natural wines, from our in a restrained style, true to the character of our region. We welcome groups by appointment: ... Attractions   

A few years ago, Jolandie’s husband sent her a quote that he said reminded him of her. It read: “Some days I am more wolf than woman and I am still learning how to stop apologizing for my wild.” A while later she was at the airport and while waiting to board, she went into a book shop and saw the book Women who run with the wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estés. She immediately thought ... Attractions   

Porseleinberg is home to a groundbreaking Cape Syrah that exemplifies the essence of terroir-driven, authentic wine. The extremely rugged and dry schistous mountain doesn’t invite easy viticulture, but of course extreme terroir produces extreme wine! This revolutionary long-term project by Marc Kent of Boekenhoutskloof brought in Callie Louw as the farmer and custodian of this ... Attractions   

What started out as 50L of Shiraz for fun for Graham Williams has grown into 5,000L of a small, focused range of wines that his friends and family all love to drink. The volumes are kept small to allow sufficient focus on each one, to maximise the quality produced. Attractions   

Groote Post is a historic 18th century farm on the Capes West Coast where wine making traditions have been revived by the Pentz family. Unique aspects and cool climatic conditions of the Darling Hills yield superlative fruit. Our wines are produced to reflect the uniqueness of our vineyards. Attractions    eat do taste

Nestled in a region blessed by superlative vineyards, exquisite flamingos and rare orchids, Darling Cellars is located close to the tiny hamlet of Darling on the cool West Coast of South Africa. As a privately owned winery, with almost 1,300 hectares under vine (situated mainly in the newly discovered premium vineyard of Groenekloof), our wines are set to rival the best in the Cape. Attractions    eat taste

Cloofs trademark concentrated reds are spearheaded by the widely acclaimed Crucible Shiraz. With a strategy of expressing each wines unique personality on the label, this Biodiversity Champion is constantly developing innovative ways of communicating with consumers. Cloofs wines truly are Darling of origin, darling by nature; in every respect. Attractions   

Welcome to the Spice Route Winery. The new age of the Swartland commenced in 1997 when Charles Back stumbled across an old Tobacco farm, Klein Amoskuil. Digging up soils to understand the geological patchwork which would be the foundation of this viticultural frontier, the Spice Route was born. Attractions   

Diemersfontein is known for its beauty, informal elegance, and grace - an idyllic wine estate only 45 minutes drive from Cape Town and is situated near the Cape & famous Wine Routes. We warmly invite you to share with us the tranquil spirit of Diemersfontein - whether you are conferencing here, marrying here, staying for a few days of leisure (or even permanently) - or taking some ... Attractions   

Our name honours and recognises the legends of South African wine that preceded us, and stands as a constant reminder of our passion to elevate South African wine on the global stage. Our carefully selected portfolio includes some of South Africa’s most distinctive wines touched by an array of influences: the dramatically rising mountain slopes surrounding Stellenbosch, the cool ... Attractions   

The Bosman Family have been vine growers in Wellington for 8 generations, their proud heritage forming the bedrock from which innovation and sustainability are a natural progression. Attractions    eat sleep do taste

Energy and enthusiasm, purpose and vision. The du Toits of Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate have these – by the barrelful. Enough to achieve the high standards they have set for their wines and enough to maintain a proud family tradition through decades to come. Come and enjoy the fruits of their labours at Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate Attractions   

Painted Wolf Wines is a dynamic, innovative South African wine company dedicated to the production of distinct, authentic wines. As distinct as the endangered African wild dogs (Painted Wolves or Painted Dogs) the company supports with donations from sales. Attractions    taste

Piekenierskloof Wine Company is in partnership with Fairtrade certified grape farmers to produce Fairtrade labelled wines for local and international consumers. These markets have embraced principled buying behaviour and consciously choose to purchase ethically traded products. Attractions   

Danie and Hugo Carinus have taken some liberty in calling their wine label Carinus Family Vineyards in that they are only very distantly related. They are, however, good friends and grape growers who supply some of the leading producers in the country from vineyards situated in Devon Valley, Polkadraai and the Swartland. Attractions   

South Africa's first Michelin-star chef, published author, artist and passionate photographer, Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen's understanding of the world was forged in the kitchens of his mother and grandmothers. From kneading dough in the farmhouse kitchen of his childhood in Mpumalanga, South Africa to running his own restaurant in Nice, France, Jan-Hendrik's journey has taken ... Attractions   

In February 2009 Joseph Dhafana and his wife fled Zimbabwe to seek a better life in South Africa. Joseph soon found a job as a gardener at the famous Bar Bar black sheep restaurant in Riebeek Kasteel, and was quickly promoted to barman, and on his 29th birthday he tasted his first glass of wine, a Pieter Cruythoff MCC. In 2013 joseph enrolled at the Cape Wine Academy. he eventually ... Attractions   

UNCANNY WINE was created in early-2018 by Arnold Vlok and Ruan Viljoen with the aim of creating South Africa’s first certified and premium canned wine. UNCANNY WINE seems to no longer be in business. (April 2025) Attractions   

Van Loggerenberg Wines is a family-run winery based in Paarl, making low-intervention, site-specific wines from vineyards mainly in the Stellenbosch and Swartland appellations. Attractions   

Nestled on the slopes of the evergreen Groenberg mountain in Wellington lies Woestkloof Estate, with its unique and breathtaking views overlooking the valley below, stretching far across the Boland and Swartland winelands and reaching as far as Table Mountain – a view that you will remember forever. Attractions   

Pauline, coming from Southern France, where vineyards dance in the sea breeze, and Paul Jordaan, a native of Cape Town's sunny shores and drylands, traversed the globe in search of winemaking secrets. Their paths converged in South Africa's Swartland region, where they found themselves enchanted by its abundant potential and vibrant community. In 2018, Paul and Pauline teamed ... Attractions   

Vulpes Wines is a small exclusive wine company, established by Nuschka de Vos, in 2022. The focus is high quality & low intervention winemaking. Vulpes – is the genes name for a true fox. Therefor, a play on Nuschka's surname ,de Vos, and a tribute to these beautiful and fascinating creatures. Attractions