De Grendel Wine Estate
Elegant wine estate offering award-winning tastings, farm tours, and fine dining with iconic mountain views.
Description
De Grendel Wine Estate combines award-winning wines with panoramic views of Table Mountain and Cape Town. Nestled on the Tygerberg slopes, this historic estate offers memorable tastings, elegant farm tours, and a renowned fine dining restaurant.
The estate is rooted in a legacy of excellence, blending family heritage, sustainability, and exceptional service. Guests can explore exclusive wine selections, learn the story of the Graaff family, and unwind in one of the most scenic settings in the Cape Winelands.
Company Group
De Grendel Wine Estate
Additional Links
Blog | Events | Restaurant | Tours | Wine Tasting
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Google Rating
4.7 ★ | 1,500+ Google reviewsActivities
Farm Tours
Explore the estate on a guided tour with views, wildlife sightings, and rich family history.
Guided Cellar Tours
Discover De Grendel’s winemaking secrets during an intimate cellar tour and tasting.
Picnics
Relax with a gourmet picnic on the lawns after a scenic farm tour.
Wine Tastings
Savour award-winning wines while overlooking Table Mountain from the glass-enclosed verandah.
Experiences
- Savor award-winning wines while overlooking table mountain from the glass-enclosed verandah.
- Discover de grendel’s winemaking secrets during an intimate cellar tour and flagship wine tasting.
- Relax with a gourmet picnic on the sprawling lawns after a scenic safari-style farm tour.
- Witness springbuck, eland, and bontebok on a guided farm tour through the vineyards.
Tasting Options
Classic Tasting | R150
A tasting of six estate wines, including Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, and Merlot.
Heritage Tasting | R170
Features select limited wines like Rubaiyat and Op Die Berg Syrah.
Legacy Tasting | R290
A curated tasting of exclusive wines, including Winifred and Sir David Graaff First Baronet.
Estimate Duration
2 – 3 Hours
Tasting Hours
Monday – Saturday | 09h00 – 17h00
Sunday & Public Holidays | 10h00 – 16h00
Tours
Farm Tour for Two | R625
Farm Tour & Picnic for Two | R1,025 per person
Tours by booking only, not available during harvest, weekends or public holidays.
Dietary Options
Gluten-free | Vegetarian
Dress Code
Smart casual
Restaurants
De Grendel Restaurant
Picnics
Farm Tour & Picnic for Two | R1,025 per person
Available Tuesday to Sunday by advance booking (48 hours)
Child Friendly Policy
- Children under 10 not allowed for dinner reservations
- Child friendly for day visits
What to Bring
Camera | comfortable shoes | photo id | sunscreen | water bottle
Additional Information
- Photo ID required at entry for all guests.
- No pets allowed – service and guide dogs only.
- No photoshoots permitted without prior approval.
Insider Guides
- Request a table on the glass-enclosed verandah for the best views.
- Book your farm tour and restaurant well in advance, especially for weekends.
- Try the wine and chocolate pairing for a unique tasting experience.
Weather Considerations
Ideal weather: Clear skies | cool breeze | sunny
Rain alert: Light rain (30–40%)
Weather experience: Warm ocean breeze pairs perfectly with seaside dining, while winter evenings are cozy beside the indoor fireplace.
Reservation Policies
Deposit: R300 deposit per person required for restaurant bookings.
Cancellations: deposit fully refundable if cancelled 24h prior.
Tasting: bookings are essential via email or phone.
Estimate Price Range
R300 – R400+ | RR
Pricing & Entry Fees
Entry | Free
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Booking Methods
Guide and service dogs only
Booking Methods
Email | Phone | Website
Must Tries
Legacy tasting: sample the estate’s most prestigious wines like the sir david graaff first baronet of cape town.
Farm tour and picnic: combine a scenic drive to see wildlife with a gourmet picnic on the lawns.
Highlights
Panoramic views: enjoy unmatched views of table mountain, cape town city, and the atlantic ocean from the tasting room.
Elegant dining: dine in the polished, glass-fronted restaurant overlooking the surrounding vineyards.
Child friendly
Conference facilities
Eco-friendly practices
Fine dining
Load shedding proof
Organic vegetable garden
Parking onsite
Picnic area
Restaurant
Scenic views
Tasting room
Tours
Wi-Fi
Wine shop
Wine tastings
Not wheelchair accessible
Features
- Child friendly
- Conference facilities
- Eco-friendly practices
- Fine dining
- Load shedding proof
- Organic vegetable garden
- Parking onsite
- Picnic area
- Restaurant
- Scenic views
- Tasting room
- Tours
- Wi-Fi
- Wine shop
- Wine tastings
- Not wheelchair accessible
Must Tries
Legacy tasting: sample the estate’s most prestigious wines like the sir david graaff first baronet of cape town.
Farm tour and picnic: combine a scenic drive to see wildlife with a gourmet picnic on the lawns.
Highlights
Panoramic views: enjoy unmatched views of table mountain, cape town city, and the atlantic ocean from the tasting room.
Elegant dining: dine in the polished, glass-fronted restaurant overlooking the surrounding vineyards.
Address
De Grendel Wine Estate, Plattekloof Road, Panorama
Parking: On-site parking
Opening Hours
Wine Tasting Lounge
| Monday – Saturday | 09h00 – 17h00 |
| Sunday & Public Holidays | 10h00 – 16h00 |
Restaurants
| Lunch | Tuesday – Sunday | 11h30 – 13h30 |
| Dinner | Tuesday – Saturday | 18h00 – 20h00 |
Closed Mondays
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