Cape Town Top 10 Wineries

1. Delaire Graff Estate (Stellenbosch)
Why: Known for Bordeaux blends & stunning mountain views.
Must-Try: Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, Delaire Graff Rosé.
Bonus: Art gallery, spa, and two award-winning restaurants.

2. Babylonstoren (Franschhoek)
Why: Iconic Cape Dutch farm with organic gardens and a holistic experience.
Must-Try: Mourvèdre Rosé, Babel Red Blend.
Bonus: Garden-to-table dining at Babel and The Greenhouse.

3. Waterford Estate (Stellenbosch)
Why: Renowned for its Wine & Chocolate Pairing experience.
Must-Try: Kevin Arnold Shiraz, Waterford Estate Jem.
Bonus: Beautiful Mediterranean-style courtyard and cellar tours.

4. Tokara (Stellenbosch)
Why: Modern architecture, mountain views, and award-winning wines.
Must-Try: Chardonnay, Director’s Reserve Red.
Bonus: Restaurant Tokara offers exceptional fine dining with a view.

5. Creation Wines (Hemel-en-Aarde, near Hermanus)
Why: Elevated tasting experiences & food pairings w/ panoramic valley views.
Must-Try: Pinot Noir, Viognier.
Bonus: One of the most innovative wine and food pairing menus in SA.

6. Rust en Vrede (Stellenbosch)
Why: Historic winery producing world-class red wines.
Must-Try: Estate Red, Syrah.
Bonus: Intimate fine dining restaurant with a seasonal tasting menu.

7. Klein Constantia (Constantia Valley)
Why: Legendary producer of Vin de Constance, a world-famous dessert wine.
Must-Try: Vin de Constance, Sauvignon Blanc.
Bonus: Serene estate nestled in Cape Town’s oldest wine region.

8. Beau Constantia (Constantia)
Why: Boutique winery with glass-encased tasting room overlooking the valley.
Must-Try: Lucca Red Blend, Cecily Viognier.
Bonus: Chef’s Warehouse restaurant on site—perfect for lunch.

9. Stark-Condé Wines (Jonkershoek Valley, Stellenbosch)
Why: Peaceful and romantic setting with a tasting room on a lake.
Must-Try: Syrah, Three Pines Cabernet Sauvignon.
Bonus: Intimate and off-the-beaten-path with incredible mountain views.

10. Bouchard Finlayson (Hemel-en-Aarde, near Hermanus)
Why: Specialists in Burgundian-style Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Must-Try: Galpin Peak Pinot Noir, Missionvale Chardonnay.
Bonus: Stunning hiking trails on the estate.