Spier Wine Farm
One of South Africa’s oldest wine farms, Spier blends award-winning wines, sustainability, art, and culinary excellence in the heart of Stellenbosch.
Description
Spier, in Stellenbosch, is a South African treasure that beautifully marries wine, sustainability, and culture. As one of the oldest wine farms in the country, Spier has a rich history dating back to 1692.
Spier is deeply committed to ethical practices and environmental preservation. Wine lovers can enjoy tastings featuring an array of award-winning wines in their inviting tasting room.
Beyond wine, Spier offers farm-to-table dining and cultural experiences, including art exhibitions. With breathtaking surroundings and additional attractions like a hotel and a bird of prey rehabilitation center, Spier promises an enriching and unforgettable visit for those seeking wine, food, and culture.
Company Group
Spier Wine Farm
Email Address
Phone Number
021 809 1100 | General
021 809 1137 | Vadas Smokehouse & Bakery
021 809 1142 | Picnickery
021 809 1147 | Wine Tasting
021 809 1157 | Tours
021 809 1931 | Spa
Social Media
Google Rating
4.5 ★ | 2,100+ Google reviewsActivities
Art Exhibitions | Eagle Encounters | Elemental Play Garden | Food Garden | Mountain Biking | Picnics | Segway Tours | Shop | Spa | Vineyard & nature walks | Wine Tasting
Experiences
Wine Tasting & Blending: Sample Spier’s award-winning wines or create your own blend in an interactive winemaker-led session, all while overlooking the scenic vineyards.
Art & Culture Trail: Explore contemporary South African art installations, historic Cape Dutch architecture, and exhibitions that celebrate creativity and heritage.
Farm & Nature Experiences: Discover the organic food garden, regenerative farming practices, and scenic walking or cycling trails that showcase the estate’s sustainable spirit.
Family Adventures: Visit the Elemental Play Garden and Eagle Encounters for an inspiring day of outdoor play and wildlife education, perfect for families with kids.
Dining & Picnics: Enjoy farm-to-table meals at Vadas Smokehouse or the Spier Hotel Restaurant, or pre-book a gourmet picnic under the trees beside the dam.
Estimate Duration
1 – 2 Hours
Tasting Options
A Taste of Spier | R105: Explore six of Spier’s signature styles, including wines from the 21 Gables, Creative Block, Seaward, Good Natured Organic and Signature ranges, finished with a Cap Classique Brut.
Master Chenin | R150: Discover Spier’s celebrated Chenin Blanc collection, featuring award-winning expressions from the Farmer Angus, 21 Gables, Seaward, Good Natured Organic and Signature ranges.
Cellar Collection | R220: Taste a selection of Spier’s most prestigious wines, including Frans K. Smit blends, 21 Gables favourites and the Prestige Cuvée Cap Classique, served in Riedel glasses.
Winemaker Selection | R150: Enjoy six of Spier’s most loved wines with a curated tasting across the 21 Gables, Creative Block and Seaward ranges.
Farmer Angus | R150: Experience regenerative organic wines by Angus McIntosh, featuring a selection of Chenin Blanc, Shiraz Blanc de Noir and Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon.
Wine & Chocolate | R140: Pair Creative Block wines with handcrafted chocolates inspired by each blend, finished with a refreshing Cap Classique Brut palate cleanser.
Garden Mixologist | R80: Create your own flavour combinations with Wild at Heart cordials, seasonal garden ingredients and interactive tasting cards for all ages.
Tasting Hours
Available daily:
Wine Tasting & Sales: 09h00 – 17h00
Last tasting: 16h00
Tours
Segway Vineyard Tour: Explore vineyards and farm plains on a Segway, learning about farm practices with views of the Helderberg mountains. Must be over 10 years old, under 120 kg, minimum 2 pax.
Food Garden Self-Harvesting: Visit the Food Garden to harvest seasonal produce and learn regenerative farming techniques. Morning sessions (09h00–11h00) Tuesday to Saturday. From R170.
Self-Guided Audio Walks: Discover the farm’s heritage, architecture, art, and environment at your own pace with audio tours via the VoiceMap app (15 / 20 / 60 min options).
Dietary Options
Gluten-free | Vegan | Vegetarian
Dress Code
Casual
Restaurants
Vadas Smokehouse & Bakery: Under ancient oaks, enjoy wood-fired comfort food. Ethically raised meats and seasonal produce. Families and groups welcome on the lawn.
Spier Hotel Restaurant: Fine dining with locally-sourced, seasonal dishes. Sophisticated setting among the vineyards. Perfect for a leisurely meal.
Picnickery (Picnics at Spier): Pre-book gourmet picnic baskets. Includes blankets, cutlery, and glassware. Collect 12h00–14h00. Enjoy under oak trees or by the dam.
Bubbles & Braai: Pop-up BBQ on the Werf. Open fair-weather weekends and public holidays 12h00–15h00. Karoo lamb, burgers, boeries paired with Spier wines.
Picnics
Price: R395 per adult | R180 per child (under 13 years)
Standard / Seasonal Picnic Basket: Pre-packed baskets include artisanal breads, cheeses, charcuterie, fresh fruits, seasonal salads, sweet treats, and bottled water or juice. Blankets, cutlery, and glassware are provided for a complete, hassle-free outdoor dining experience.
Build-Your-Own Picnic: Handpick fresh items from the Picnickery to assemble a personalised picnic basket. Choose from breads, cheeses, deli meats, salads, snacks, and seasonal produce. Ideal for a tailored culinary experience outdoors.
Vegan, Vegetarian & Kids Picnic Options: Dietary-specific baskets feature farm-fresh ingredients, seasonal vegetables, plant-based treats, or kid-friendly favourites. Each basket is curated to match dietary needs while providing a full picnic experience.
Picnic Policies
- Booking: Required 24 hours in advance
- Pick-up Time: 12h00 – 14h00
- Return Time: By 16h30
- Note: Outside food and drinks are not permitted
Child Friendly Policy
Child friendly: Elemental Play Garden, children’s grape juice tasting and family events available
What to Bring
Camera | Comfortable shoes | Sun hat | Water bottle
Additional Information
- Spier is a working farm with art installations, a bird of prey rehabilitation centre and seasonal events.
- Picnics must be pre-booked via Dineplan and are collected from the Picnickery.
- Some areas and experiences (Segway, blending, spa) have age or health restrictions and require advance booking.
Insider Guides
- Book Ahead: Reserve in advance for popular experiences like the Segway tour or picnic spots.
- Plan to Linger: There’s more than wine — explore the art and farm animals,
- Arrive before late afternoon for the best dam-side light and quieter tastings.
- Combine a tasting with a walk through the food garden for seasonal produce and farm-to-table context.
Weather Considerations
Ideal Weather: Sunny, warm, clear skies
Rain Alert: Moderate rain (40–60%) may affect Segway tours, picnics, and vineyard walks. Some experiences may move indoors.
Weather Experience: Most attractions are outdoors. Rain or wind can limit tours, dining, and play areas. Plan for clear weather.
Reservation Policies
- Reservations are recommended for wine tastings, picnics and restaurant dining — especially on weekends and holidays.
- Reservations are required for specialised experiences including the wine‑blending session, Segway vineyard tours and group bookings (8+ guests).
- Segway tours have a minimum age of 10 years (12 years for longer tours).
- Walk‑ins may be accepted for standard tastings, subject to availability.
Estimate Price Range
R200 – R300+
- Entry: Free
- Wine Tasting: R105 – R220+
- Tours: R150 – R850+
- Picnics: R180 – R395+
- Restaurants: R100 – R350+
- Activities: R80 – R150+
- Spa Treatments: R200 – R950+
Pricing & Entry Fees
Entry | Free
Wine Tasting:
Standard Tasting: R105
Chocolate & Wine Pairing: R140
Premium/Reserve Tasting: R150 – R220+
Restaurants & Picnics:
Spier Hotel Restaurant: R150 – R350+
Vadas Smokehouse & Bakery: R100 – R250+
Picnic Baskets: R395 per adult / R180 per child
Spa Treatments:
Treatments: R200 – R950+
Activities:
General: R80 – R150+
Tours:
Segway Tours: R399 – R1,265+
Wine Blending Experience: R320
Guided Farm Walks: R150 – R250+
Booking Methods
Dineplan | Email | Phone | Website
Must Tries
Wine & Chocolate Pairing: Savour handcrafted chocolates paired with the Creative Block wine range for a playful flavour match.
Wine Blending Experience: Join the winemaking team to craft your own blend and take home a personalised bottle.
Riverside Picnic Basket: Relax beneath ancient oaks or by the dam with a gourmet picnic basket filled with farm‑fresh seasonal delights.
Highlights
Segway Vineyard Tour: Glide through vineyards on a Segway, learning about the estate’s vineyards and regenerative practices.
Elemental Play Garden: Kids explore water, earth, air and fire in this immersive natural playground built on the estate.
Art Trail Across the Estate: Wander among contemporary sculptures, historic Cape Dutch buildings and one of South Africa’s largest private art collections.
Art collections
Award‑winning wines
Child friendly
Contemporary art
Eagle encounters
Eco-friendly practices
Elemental play garden
Family activities
Food garden
Gift shops
Historic buildings
Kids’ play areas
Mountain bike trails
Nature walks
Parking onsite
Picnics
Restaurants & cafés
Restrooms
Scenic vineyards
Segway tours
Self-guided walks
Shops & wine cellar
Spa & wellness centre
Stunning mountain views
Tasting room
Vineyard walks
Wheelchair accessible
Wi‑fi
Wine blending experience
Not dog friendly
Features
- Art collections
- Award‑winning wines
- Child friendly
- Contemporary art
- Eagle encounters
- Eco-friendly practices
- Elemental play garden
- Family activities
- Food garden
- Gift shops
- Historic buildings
- Kids’ play areas
- Mountain bike trails
- Nature walks
- Parking onsite
- Picnics
- Restaurants & cafés
- Restrooms
- Scenic vineyards
- Segway tours
- Self-guided walks
- Shops & wine cellar
- Spa & wellness centre
- Stunning mountain views
- Tasting room
- Vineyard walks
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wi‑fi
- Wine blending experience
- Not dog friendly
Must Tries
Wine & Chocolate Pairing: Savour handcrafted chocolates paired with the Creative Block wine range for a playful flavour match.
Wine Blending Experience: Join the winemaking team to craft your own blend and take home a personalised bottle.
Riverside Picnic Basket: Relax beneath ancient oaks or by the dam with a gourmet picnic basket filled with farm‑fresh seasonal delights.
Highlights
Segway Vineyard Tour: Glide through vineyards on a Segway, learning about the estate’s vineyards and regenerative practices.
Elemental Play Garden: Kids explore water, earth, air and fire in this immersive natural playground built on the estate.
Art Trail Across the Estate: Wander among contemporary sculptures, historic Cape Dutch buildings and one of South Africa’s largest private art collections.
Address
R310 Baden Powell Drive, Stellenbosch
Parking: Free parking available on-site
Opening Hours
| Monday – Sunday | 08h00 – 21h00 |
| Wine Tasting & Sales | 09h00 – 17h00 |
| Picnickery | 09h00 – 17h00 |
| Food Garden | 08h00 – 17h00 |
| Vadas Smokehouse & Bakery | 09h00 – 21h00 |
| Breakfast (Vadas) | 09h00 – 11h00 |
| Lunch (Vadas) | 12h00 – 16h00 |
| Dinner (Vadas, Wed – Sat) | 17h00 – 21h00 |
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