Somerset West Wine Tasting

Alto is situated high on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain in the Stellenbosch Wine of Origin district. Its trellised vineyards cling to the high granite slopes that rise from 100 to 500 metres above sea level, which are ideal for the cultivation of red grape varietals. Unsurprisi... more

Avontuur Estate, home of Fine Wines, nestles against the Helderberg between Stellenbosch and Somerset West is a producer of top-quality wines, particularly Reds. The soils, aspect and meso-climate combined with the cool south-easterly winds from the nearby Atlantic Ocean in Summer, pr... more

These lovely Vineyards lie nestled in the foothills of the beautiful Helderberg mountains, where they have been nourished by deep, rich soil and teased by fresh ocean breezes since 1726. From terroir-specific noble cultivars. Mark Bilton strives to produce a niche range of rare win... more

Blaauwklippen's motto is "Inspired by the past, passionate about the future. Blaauwklippen is a historic wine estate, museum and it has an excellent restaurant. Governor Simon van der Stel granted the estate, situated 4km from Stellenbosch along the Strand Road (R44), to a talented... more

Cordoba can be found perched high up on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain, blessed with a pristine environment: Rich soils, clean air, cooling sea breezes, tempered sunlight and adequate rain. The vineyards are planted on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain between 300 m and... more

De Trafford Winery is situated on the beautiful Mont Fleur farm set at the top of a dramatic valley above Stellenbosch, 380m up between the Stellenbosch and Helderberg mountains, right at the end of the Blaauwklip road, between Stellenbosch and Somerset West. The history of wine gr... more

Onder-Rustenburg, home to Dellrust wines, is a historical farm in the Helderberg area which the Bredell family started farming on over a hundred years ago. Dellrust Wine Estate is situated on the northern slopes on a gradual incline. This position ensures up to 14? hours of summer... more

Eikendal is less than a fourty minute relaxing drive from the city centre of Cape Town, or 35 minutes from the international airport. The spectacular landscape, close-by Helderberg and the excellent quality of its wines makes Eikendal a worthwhile point of call whilst visiting Stellen... more

The name Ingwe means "leopard" in the Xhosa language and refers to the rare, indigenous cat species that roam the surrounding hills. Bordeaux Ch?au owner has high hopes for the Sir Lowry's Pass Village wine estate. It was a chance meeting with Graham Knox at a 1995 oak auction in... more

Closely guarded by the Helderberg's peaks and cooled by fresh sea breezes off False Bay, the legendary JP Bredell Wines have become world-renowned for their award-winning quality wines, outshining others in their class, both nationally and internationally. Traditionally famous as ... more

Jacobsdal wine estate is situated between Stellenbosch and Kuils River, on the slopes of the hills overlooking False Bay, which is less than 10 kilometers away. The estate lies on the extreme southwesterly edge of the Stellenbosch Wine of Origin Region. The Dumas family has been makin... more

The original farm, on which Helderkruin Winery is situated, traces its heritage back to the historical Groenrivier Farm. Part of this farm was bought by the late Dr Ben du Toit in 1968. The farm was taken over by his son Niel in 1989 and the modern cellar was built in November 1997. ... more

Founded in 1700, a proud history joins with a dynamic new vision to create a giant among South African wine producers. Utilising unique technology and reaping the benefits of global expertise and optimal terroir, the wines of Lourensford are becoming well-recognised icons of true styl... more

Morgenster Estate located in Somerset West in the heart of the Cape wine growing region. It is a thriving wine estate, producing Bordeaux-style red wines and award-winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil and olive products. Morgenster's flagship wine, the Morgenster 2001 was launched in Mar... more

Onderkloof is situated 20km east of Stellenbosch. The cellar lies just 6 km from the Atlantic Ocean on the slopes of the Schapenberg overlooking the historical town of Sir Lowry's Pass with spectacular views of False Bay and Cape Point. Grapes are carefully selected and handpicked... more

This Stellenbosch estate has been in production for six years, with only 36 hectares under vine, devoted to old-vine Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This has a rich, dark, ruby colour and a sensational nose that evokes roasting chestnuts and Christmas spices. The aroma... more

Africa was a wild and untamed place when Joachim Sax first made his way up to the hills above the Kuils River, some 30 kilometres east of the Dutch settlement at the "Cape of Good Hope". The year was 1693, and Sax was one of only 350 "free burgers" (free farmers) granted land by the 9... more

'Die Fonteine', (the fountains) home to Somerbosch Wines is relaxed and intimate, as you'd expect from a working farm that's been in the hands of a sleeves-rolled-up wine-making family for more than half a century. Dad Wally had been raised on the next-door spread below Helderberg... more

"I saw this place with exceptional pleasure, since everything there was laid out wonderfully finely" Reverend Francois Valentijn-1700. The effect that Vergelegen has on visitors today is every bit as inspiring as it was to Reverend Valentijn nearly 300 years ago. Although his visi... more

The same coastal winds that cool the vineyards of Vergenoegd since the 1700's still blow today, together with an interesting combination of soils, give this historic estate its unique terroir and characterful red wines. Vergenoegd with its Cape Dutch architecture is a beautiful s... more