Exclusive Sommelier-Led Tasting: Spend the day in the company of a master sommelier, whose expertise elevates every wine and enhances your understanding of South African winemaking.
Curated Private Visits to Iconic Estates: Embark on a tailored journey through two meticulously selected vineyards renowned for their innovation, heritage, and exceptional quality.
Behind-the-Scenes Cellar Exploration: Gain rare insights into winemaking techniques, fermentation, and maturation processes—experiences typically reserved for industry insiders.
Gourmet Lunch & Wine Pairing: Enjoy a carefully curated lunch in a private, idyllic setting, designed to perfectly complement the wines tasted.
Spectacular Winelands Scenery: Marvel at breath-taking vistas of rolling vineyards, majestic mountains, and lush landscapes that define South Africa’s most prestigious wine region.
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Join one of South Africa’s passionate sommelier's for an opulent exploration of the country’s most distinguished wine estates. This is an exclusive odyssey into the heart of the Cape Winelands—focused on precision, craftsmanship, and authenticity.Â
Visit two elite vineyards, each carefully chosen for their historical significance and innovative approach. Be immersed in private cellar tours, guided tastings of rare and signature wines, and insider stories about the industry’s evolution.Â
Experience the sights, sounds, aromas, and tastes that elevate South Africa’s winemaking beyond the ordinary, with an emphasis on quality, provenance, and artistry. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to deepen your wine knowledge in a luxurious setting.
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Weather: Operates rain or shine, with activities adjusted as needed.
Difficulty: Very easy — leisurely afternoon with minimal walking and no physical activity.
Clothing: Smart-casual; no formal dress required but neat comfortable walking attire is encouraged. Noise reducing earplugs -cellars can be noisy. Jacket for cool afternoons.
Dietary Needs: Fully catered; please specify any allergies or restrictions upon booking.
Cash & Purchases: For wines, souvenirs, and gratuities; all wine purchases can be shipped internationally.
NOTE: Our experiences are highly individualized, if you are interested in exploring a particular varietal or estate, do let us know.
NOTE: Strong perfumes can hinder the experience of smelling the delicate wines for yourself and others.
What’s Included
- Chauffeured private transport between estates.
- Tastings at two exclusive vineyards—each led by senior winemakers or sommeliers.
- Gourmet lunch with wine pairing.
- Personal guidance from a top-tier sommelier.
- Water and premium snacks during the day.
What’s Not Included
- Bottles of wine for purchase (available at cellar door prices).
- Additional beverages beyond scheduled tastings.
- Accommodation or overnight stays.
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09:00: Meet your expert sommelier at your Cape Town accommodation for a private chauffeur-driven journey.
Stop for coffee and a light breakfast en route, in a charming local spot.
Arrive at the first boutique estate, where a senior winemaker or viticulturist will guide you through a personalized tour and tasting—focused on their unique history and craftsmanship.
Proceed to the second renowned winery for an intimate cellar tour and tasting featuring some of their most exclusive wines.
Enjoy a private, al fresco gourmet lunch paired with fine wines at a boutique vineyard or scenic picnic spot.
17:00: Return to Cape Town, arriving at your accommodation with unforgettable memories of South Africa’s hidden wine treasures.
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A very long story short...my wine journey began years ago in a restaurant in Durban piecing together wine shelves and organizing the stock for a little red wine cellar. I soon found out that what I had learned was really only the tip of the iceberg. I started reading, asking and tasting as much as possible. Fast forward, following various wine courses, a Diploma in wine, numerous blind tasting and practical exams and even a couple of blind wine tasting competitions, I finally thought I knew something about wine! Only to then discover how much it is constantly evolving - and that there will always be something new to experience.
More recently, I have discovered the joy of how much more one can learn when sharing in wine and food, which is really what brought me to this point. As we spend so much of our normal lives rushing about, I prefer an unhurried and personalized approach to our tours. I want to share a small deep dive into the selected vines and cellars and how each relate to the industry as a whole, both regionally and internationally. Besides this, I have been working in the hospitality industry for over 20 years, a registered tour guide since 2019, and I work as a sommelier for a restaurant in Cape Town, with a highly respected wine program.
