Klein Karoo Wine Estates
The name Klein Karoo (meaning “Little Karoo” in Afrikaans) comes from this being the smaller of its contemporary, the Great Karoo. The Klein Karoo is a long valley that is flanked by the magnificent Swartberg on one side and the impressive Langeberg and Outeniqua Mountain Range on the other.
Its beauty is a little unconventional, but no less breath-taking and impressive. It is a fairly arid area, littered with fleshy succulents and dwarf baobab trees. Every now and then, a lone sapling sways gently in the dry breeze.
The dry, harsh conditions of the Klein Karoo are actually ideal for the production of excellent wines. The summers are very hot and dry, while winters can hit major lows. The range of wines produced here is extremely varied as a result of this unique climate, and includes many wonderful dessert and fortified wines. Add pot-stilled brandies to this mix for even more diversity; just right for the discerning palate.
For more information about this wine route see Klein Karoo Wine Route or view the individual wine estates of this region below.
Where to Stay in Karoo
The Karoo region offers numerous overnighting options, including accommodation in Amalienstein and Zoar, Beaufort West, Calitzdorp, De Doorns, De Rust, Herold, Klaarstroom, Ladismith, Laingsburg, Matjiesfontein, Murraysburg, Oudtshoorn, Prince Albert, Rouxpos, Sanbona, Touws River, Uniondale and Van Wyksdorp, so whether you prefer to stay in an hotel, cosy B&B or a self catering holiday home, you're sure to find an establishment to suit your requirements.
Klein Karoo Wine Route: Wine Estates & Tastings
SoetKaroo Wine Estate
Where: Prince Albert
How much (per person): Price on request
The SoetKaroo Wine Estate consists of just one hectare of land, a 'village farm' in the heart of Prince Albert. And this is where husband ... more information
Calitzdorp Wine Cellar
Where: Calitzdorp
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The Calitzdorp Wine Cellar is found on the ever popular Route 62 in the small town of Calitzdorp. Here you'll taste award winning wine from ... more information
Herold Wines
Where: Herold
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Herold Wines is bounded on three sides by a nature reserve, making the estate remote and magnificent. The vines are at a higher altiude ... more information
Joubert-Tradauw Private Cellar
Where: Barrydale
How much (per person): R1 to R100
In 1982 Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot and Chardonnay cultivars were planted at the Joubert-Tradauw farm. ... more information
Barrydale Cellar
Where: Barrydale
How much (per person): Price on request
Barrydale Cellar began to distil its well known brandy in 1941 and ever since, their product range has increased dramatically. Their two ... more information
TTT Cellar
Where: Calitzdorp
How much (per person): Price on request
A scenic four hours from Cape Town and the gateway to the garden route is a town, Calitzdorp, which lays in the splendour of the Swartberg ... more information
Axe Hill
Where: Calitzdorp
How much (per person): Price on request
Tony Mossop and his wife Lyn started Axe Hill on the outer regions of Calitzdrop in 1993. The name comes from stone hand tools which were ... more information
Peter Bayly Wines
Where: Calitzdorp
How much (per person): Price on request
Situated in the picturesque Groenfontein Valley of the Klein Karoo’s famed wine-making town, Calitzdorp lays “an undiscovered vinous gem.” ... more information
Bergwater Wines
Where: Prince Albert
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The Bergwater Winery is only 20km outside the town of Prince Albert. The estate is made up of 3 farms totaling 1500 hectares, of which 70 ... more information
Ladismith Cellar
Where: Ladismith
How much (per person): R1 to R100
You'll find the Ladismith Cellar between the towns of Barrydale and Calitzdorp in the town of Ladismith. Here you'll find fantastic brandy ... more information
Excelsior Vlakteplaas
Where: De Rust
How much (per person): Price on request
On the R341 just beyond the Klein Karoo town of De Rust is the farm Excelsior at Vlakteplaas where grapes have been farmed for the last 80 ... more information
Grundheim Wines
Where: Oudtshoorn
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Grunheim Wines is set on 25 hectares and produces 350 tons of grapes annually. The estate produces Cape Ruby Port, potstill brady, ... more information
Karusa Vineyards
Where: Oudtshoorn
How much (per person): R1 to R100
At the Karusa Vineyards there is so much more to do than just taste wine. While you're visiting ostriches in Oudtshoorn stop in at this is ... more information
Domein Doornkraal
Where: De Rust
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Domaein Doornkraal is situated in the shadow of the Swartberg mountains in the Karoo. The Le Roux family has been in the farming business ... more information
Visit the Wine Cellar at Hillock Wines
Where: Ladismith
How much (per person): Price on request
As part of your Route 62 journey why not stop and visit Hillock Wines near Ladismith and sample the various wines in their cellar, or stay ... more information
Withoek Wine Farm
Where: Calitzdorp
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The Withoek Wine Farm consists of 50 hectares of land and just over half of that (27 hectares) is vineyards. The vines are mainly Hanepoort ... more information
De Krans Wine Cellar
Where: Calitzdorp
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The De Krans Wine Cellar is one of the favourites in the area not only because of their fabulous wine but also it is a popular destination ... more information
Art, Cheese, Chocolate & Liquer Route
Where: Oudtshoorn
How much (per person): Free to browse
Experience something unique and special - especially for lovers of the finer things in life, the Oudtshoorn Art, Cheese, Chocolate and ... more information
The Wine Boutique
Where: Montagu
How much (per person): Free to browse
If you love wine then make sure you stop in at The Wine Boutique on Bath Street in Montagu. A large range of wines is available to sample ... more information
Du' SwaRoo Wines
Where: Calitzdorp
How much (per person): Price on request
The smallest wine farm on the Klein Karoo wine route, Du'SwaRoo farm is just north of Calitzdorp on the road to Gronfontein. It lies on the ... more information
Visit Boplaas Family Vineyards
Where: Calitzdorp
How much (per person): Price on request
Boplaas is situated in Calitzdorp, a small picturesque village in the Southern Cape province in the majestic Little Karoo. The Nel family ... more information
Mons Ruber Winery
Where: De Rust
How much (per person): R1 to R100
How about coming and tasting wine at a farm that has been producing wine since the mid-19th century? Well the Mons Ruber Winery on the way ... more information
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There are over 560 wineries in the Cape, divided into 4 main regions: The Breede River Valley, The Little Karoo, Coastal and Olifants River.
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