Tulbagh Wine Estates
South Africa is abounding in little treasures, nestled amongst mountains ranges and in valleys that need to be explored to be appreciated fully. Tulbagh is one of these gems, as it lies secluded in the Tulbagh Basin, with mountains surrounding it at every turn. Due to this positioning, Tulbagh is susceptible to extreme weather conditions. Summers can reach upwards of 35 degrees Celsius, while winter snow on the mountain caps is common.
While these conditions may be a challenge for the locals, they are perfect for the hardy vines that grow throughout the Tulbagh Wine Route. There are cool summer winds, and a variety in the terroir and micro-climates, which makes for the ideal conditions for an array of wine types. The valley has plenty in the way of water supply, meaning that there is an ideal irrigation system in place. Therefore, there are also olive groves and fruit orchards to complement the vineyards for a palate sensation.
The wineries of Tulbagh range from intimate homely cellars that produce honest wines to boutique estates known for their award-winning labels. Twee Jongen Gezellen is known for being the first night harvesting estate in the country. Soon afterwards, a number of other local wine farms followed suit. With this profile of wine estates, Tulbagh remains a firm favourite among connoisseurs and the man-on-the-street alike.
For more information about this wine route see Tulbagh Wine Route or view the individual wine estates of this region below.
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Tulbagh Wine Route: Wine Estates & Tastings
Dine at Paddagang Restaurant
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
In the heart of the historic town of Tulbagh, hungry souls will find this unusually named eatery a joy, where traditional Boland cuisine ... more information
Things I Love
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Free to browse
Located in the tranquil village of Tulbagh, with access from both the historical Church Street and van der Stel Street, you will find a ... more information
Mont Du Toit
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Not open to public - This is for information purposes only. Just 65km to the North-East of Cape Town, bordering the celebrated epicentre ... more information
Tulbagh Winery
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Dutch Settlers first began cultivating red and white wines, olive oils, peaches, grain, pears and plums in 1658. Tulbagh Winery was ... more information
Morgansvlei Estate
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
When the first settlers arrived in the Cape, Tulbagh was called ‘The Land of Waveren’. It was only in 1806 that it was renamed Tulbagh. ... more information
Montpellier Wine Estate
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Montpellier was established in 1714 surrounded by the Montténére mountains also known as ‘the mountain of fear’. Huguenots Jean Imbert and ... more information
Fable Wines
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Not open for tastings - This is for information purposes only. When George and Vanessa Austin together with Jason and Jennifer Scott ... more information
Rijk Private Cellar
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Neville Dorrington and his family began to search for a wine farm to purchase after living in the bustling city of Cape Town for twenty ... more information
Waverley Hills Organic Wine Estate
Where: Wolseley
How much (per person): Price on request
This estate is positioned opposite the original Waverley Wool dye-works where blankets were produced during the First World Wars and ... more information
Manley Private Cellar
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Tulbagh originated as a small white wine producing region. After the earthquake levelled the town and it was rebuilt, Dave Manley Jordan ... more information
Schalkenbosch Wines
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Once on Schalkenbosch Estate, you will find a lot more than just fine wines. This working farm of 2500 hectares produces grain, apricots, ... more information
Wine Tasting at Theuniskraal
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
In the early 1700’s, Theunis Bevernagie settled in a fertile valley guarded by the towering Witzenberg and Winterhoek mountains, and fed by ... more information
Linde Vineyards
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Not open to the public - This is for information purposes only. The farm where the Linde Vineyards lie was first established in 1715 by ... more information
Saronsberg Cellar
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Saronsberg can be found in the Upper Breede River Valley of the beautiful town of Tulbagh. Saronsberg is made up of two farms called ... more information
Lemberg Wine Estate
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Cupped within the bowl of the Great Winterhoek and Witzenberg Mountains, is where you’ll find the Lemberg Wine Estate. Winemaker, Janey ... more information
Drostdy-Hof Wine Estate
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
Drostdy-Hof Wine Estate was named after Tulbagh’s magistrate’s building called, De Oude Drostdy, which is a national monument built in ... more information
Wine Tasting at The House of Krone
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
The Twee Jonge Gezellen Estate has been in the family since 1710 and happens to be one of those family legacies which gets passed on ... more information
Blue Crane Vineyards
Where: Tulbagh
How much (per person): Price on request
The Blue Crane vineyards are owned and run by the Crabbia Family. Fred and Manuela Crabbia purchased the farm in November 2008 named it ... 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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