Franschhoek is one of the oldest wine producing regions in South Africa, and with so many wine estates situated in this area, there are plenty of wine tasting experiences in Franschhoek. Nominate a designated driver, and explore the different wine estates in Franschhoek that offer a range of different wine tastings and wine pairings. You will fall in love with the beautiful wine valley that is Franschhoek.
Wine Tasting Experiences in Franschhoek
Enjoy a wonderful day out in the Cape Winelands! Leopard’s Leap stands out brilliantly white, modern and stylish against the backdrop of the Franschoek mountain range. The calming atmosphere and innovative food makes this a firm favourite for winelands natives and those who live further out. Leopard’s Leap has a vast array of wines which […] More
Nothing warms you up quite like a glass of wine, right? Breathing easy in the beautiful Franschhoek wine valley is Franschhoek Cellar. Allow them to treat you to a long, lazy lunch at The Garden restaurant, which boasts a kids play area, sensational snack menu, lunches and cakes or hop onboard the Platform Bar and […] More
International Pinotage Day takes place on 13 October this year and Franschhoek Cellar is celabrating South Africa’s national grape for the entire month! They have a unique Pinotage & Biltong Experience themed tasting on the cards, along with a delicious food & wine special featuring Pork Belly & a delicious glass of Franschhoek Pinotage for […] More
As the weather warms it becomes a lovely time to explore the Cape Winelands as nature is alive with sights, sounds and tastes of early summer. To mark the change of season, Franschhoek Cellar are celebrating with an exciting line-up of wine tasting experiences. October is Pinotage month and Franschhoek Cellar is paying tribute to […] More
Embrace the area’s French roots with Franschhoek Cellar at the Bastille Festival, a sumptuous celebration of fine food and wine. It’s all about local flavour and flair at the 25th anniversary of Franschhoek’s Bastille Festival, one of the most anticipated events on the Cape’s wine and social calendar. On 14 and 15 July 2018, wine lovers, […] More
Has there ever been a more worthy winter pairing than Lasagne and Red Wine? Probably not. Luckily for us, Anthonij Rupert Wyne, an estate that celebrates savouring “la dolce vita” – the sweet life, has created a quintessentially Italian pairing of Sangiovese and lasagne. The culinary team at the Terra del Capo Antipasti Bar – situated […] More
Wine pairings become more and more fun every day. Gone are the days of simple wine tastings where you just sample a few sips of the wines you might want to buy. Nowadays, lovers of wine are looking for experiences and so, pairings have become the norm. Boschendal have joined this trend and are currently […] More
From June visitors to Anthonij Rupert and L’Ormarins Estates will be able to purchase an ‘all in one’ voucher, which will keep one entertained for the whole day. The Anthonij Rupert Estate package costs R495 per person and includes the following: Wine tasting at the Terra del Capo Tasting Room; Antipasti selection lunch (the menu […] More
Visitors to Anthonij Rupert Wines in Franschhoek can look forward to not one but two exquisite tasting rooms. In addition there is also the Franschhoek Motor museum where 100 years of motoring history is showcased, as well as a complimentary San Francisco style tram to drive you between the locations. The Terra del Capo Tasting […] More
Alright stop, it’s Chardonnay time. The next Wine & Dine collab at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek is coming at you on Friday, 29 April at 7pm. And from the looks of things, this isn’t one to miss. Just check out the menu below, but beware, we take no responsibility for drool on your keyboard. To book […] More
If bold reds and savoury bites are your love language, the Shiraz & Charcuterie Pairing at the Terra del Capo Tasting Room is about to steal your heart (and maybe your afternoon). For R155 per person, guests are treated to three estate-produced Shiraz wines, each expertly matched with a curated selection of three premium cured […] More
There’s cheese and wine, and then there’s Italian cheese and wine—paired like they’ve known each other forever. At the Terra del Capo Tasting Room, Anthonij Rupert’s ode to all things Italian, the Italian Cheese & Wine Pairing is a mouthwatering experience that’s equal parts relaxed, refined, and ridiculously tasty. For R125 per person, guests are […] More