Franschhoek
Franschhoek is as well known for its food and cultural events as its spectacular wines. The valley is home to some of the Cape’s best-known estates, with a strong showing of Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Semillon and Cap Classique.
17 estates in Franschhoek
Akkerdal Estate is an artisanal winery in Franschhoek.
Allée Bleue produces wines, fruit, and herbs, while providing event and conference facilities, as well as a bistro and picnic venue in the Franschhoek valley.
Established on the historic L’Ormarins farm in the Franschhoek Valley, Rupert Wines has grown to encompass six wine brands, sourcing grapes from some of the Western Cape’s finest vineyard sites.
Not only is Babylonstoren one of the Cape’s oldest wine farms, it boasts an attractive, diverse fruit and vegetable garden inspired by the historical Company’s Garden, accommodation, and dining.
A carbon-neutral winery, Backsberg aims to produce wines by employing holistic principles. It is a family-operated concern that achieved its carbon-neutral status in 2006.
Colmant produces Cap Classique and is situated in the Franschhoek valley.
Dieu Donné Vineyards is situated high on the steep south-west facing slopes of the Franschhoek mountains.
Franschhoek Cellar is located on the R45 in picturesque Franschhoek.
GlenWood wine farm is situated in the Robertsvlei valley and is known for its award-winning Chardonnay.
La Bri is one of the oldest Huguenot-allocated farms in the Franschhoek valley and dates to the 17th century.
The late Dr Anton Rupert purchased La Motte in 1970, and it is one of three farms owned by the Rupert family. State-of-the-art practices ensure award-winning wines of high quality.
The La Petite Ferme wine estate is situated on the slopes above Franschhoek.
Lynx is a boutique farm situated at the foot of the Klein Drakenstein mountains.
Established in 1693, Plaisir wine estate is situated at the foot of the Simonsberg mountain.
Tucked away in the Western Cape’s wine country, Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons invites you to sip their elegant Bordeaux-style blends amid stunning vineyard scenery.
Stony Brook Vineyards is a boutique cellar that focuses on producing small batches of Old World-style wines.
Vrede en Lust was founded in 1688 by Flemish merchant Jacques de Savoye.
About Franschhoek
Franschhoek’s wine history is closely tied to the arrival of French Huguenot settlers in the late 17th century, within the wider context of Dutch colonial expansion at the Cape. Their influence can still be seen in the valley’s architecture, place names and winemaking traditions. Today, Franschhoek is one of South Africa’s best-known food and wine destinations, with a number of established estates and smaller producers, as well as a notable reputation for Méthode Cap Classique sparkling wines. Beyond food and wine, it is also an important cultural destination, with galleries, museums, historic buildings, regular festivals and events, and independent shops contributing to the village’s appeal. The Wine Tram offers a popular way to explore the surrounding wine farms.