Anthonij Rupert
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.
About
Vineyards include Altima, situated in the Elandskloof valley north of Villiersdorp; L’Ormarins, the principal estate situated on the foothills of the Groot Drakenstein mountains in the Franschhoek wine valley; Riebeeksriver on the slopes of the Kasteelberg in the Swartland; and Rooderust near Darling, with 120ha under vine.
Brands that make up the wine portfolio include Anthonij Rupert, Cape of Good Hope, L’Ormarins, Jean Roi, Terra del Capo, and Protea. Wines produced include Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Semillon, Pinotage, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, port, Cap Classique, Rosé, Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, and selected blends. Assorted brandies are also bottled, as well as honey and olive oil.
The Terra del Capo tasting room is situated at the property’s entrance and offers food and wine experiences, its mezzanine tasting lounge offering views of the estate and bottling line. Operating hours are Tuesdays to Sundays, 10am to 5pm (last seating at 4pm and last platter orders at 3.30pm), and it is closed Mondays, Good Friday, and Christmas Day.
The Anthonij Rupert Tasting room is situated in the farm’s manor house. Operating hours are Mondays to Saturdays, 10am to 5pm (last seating at 4pm and last platter orders at 3.30pm), and it is closed Sundays, Good Friday, and Christmas Day.
The estate’s Terra del Capo antipasti bar operates Tuesdays to Sundays, noon to 4.30pm (last order at 3.30pm) and is closed Mondays, Good Friday, and Christmas Day.
The Franschhoek Moter Museum on the farm showcases more than a century of automotive history, with a collection in excess of 220 vehicles and more than 80 exhibits. Operating hours are Mondays to Fridays, 10am to 5pm (last admittance is 4pm). Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, from 10am to 4pm (last admittance is 3pm). The museum is closed on Good Friday and Christmas Day. This is a wheelchair-friendly facility.
Please note that the farm is a cashless establishment. Payments are accepted via bank card or SnapScan.
Tasting room
- Tasting fee
- R 115 – R 160
- Duration
- 45–60 mins
The Anthonij Rupert Tasting Room is housed in the historic and renovated Manor House on the farm which has been furnished with carefully sourced antique furniture and period art. The front rooms open onto a veranda with stunning views of the Franschhoek Wine Valley, while the back porch overlooks a rose garden and the Groot Drakenstein Mountains. One extra amongst their wine tastings is the L’Ormarins Cap Classique & Nougat Pairing. As an additional option, the tasting room offers an Estate Experience with sightseeing of the estate and usage of their tram system to move around.
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