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
Email Address
Tasting: tasting@degrendel.co.za
Restaurants: restaurant@degrendel.co.za
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4.7 ★ | 1,400+ 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.
Estimate Duration
2 – 3 Hours
Tasting Options
Exclusive Tasting | R275
Taste De Grendel’s rarest and most prestigious wines in an intimate setting.
Flagship Tasting | R160
Experience the estate’s signature wines, including Rubaiyat and Pinotage.
Premium Tasting | R140
Enjoy a diverse selection of six premium wines showcasing De Grendel’s quality.
Tasting Hours
Monday – Saturday | 09h00 – 17h00
Sunday & Public Holidays | 10h00 – 16h00
Tours
Farm Tour for Two | R620
Farm Tour & Picnic for Two | R1,250
Cellar Tour & Flagship Tasting | R220
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 | R1,250
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.
Reservation required
Yes
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.
Chef’s set menu: enjoy the two or three course seasonal menu at the restaurant with recommended wine pairings.
Farm tour and picnic: combine a scenic drive to see wildlife with a gourmet picnic on the lawns.
Highlights
- Unmatched panoramic views of table mountain, cape town city, and the atlantic ocean from the tasting room.
- The estate’s rich family history and commitment to modern, cool-climate winemaking excellence.
- Dining in the polished, glass-fronted restaurant that overlooks the beautiful surrounding vineyards.
Child friendly
Conference facilities
Eco-friendly practices
Load shedding proof
Organic vegetable garden
Parking
Picnic area
Restaurant
Scenic views
Tasting room
Tours
Wi-Fi
Wine shop
Features
- Child friendly
- Conference facilities
- Eco-friendly practices
- Load shedding proof
- Organic vegetable garden
- Parking
- Picnic area
- Restaurant
- Scenic views
- Tasting room
- Tours
- Wi-Fi
- Wine shop
Must Tries
Legacy tasting: sample the estate’s most prestigious wines like the sir david graaff first baronet of cape town.
Chef’s set menu: enjoy the two or three course seasonal menu at the restaurant with recommended wine pairings.
Farm tour and picnic: combine a scenic drive to see wildlife with a gourmet picnic on the lawns.
Highlights
- Unmatched panoramic views of table mountain, cape town city, and the atlantic ocean from the tasting room.
- The estate’s rich family history and commitment to modern, cool-climate winemaking excellence.
- Dining in the polished, glass-fronted restaurant that overlooks the beautiful 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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