Surrounded by beautiful scenery, with views of the vineyards and the Babilonstoring Mountains, Spookfontein is also home to a natural spring. Legend has it that one can distinguish a 'spirit' within the swirls and sprays of the spring, hence the name that translates to ghost fountain in Afrikaans and Dutch. Their wines include Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The curved organic design of the buildings, constructed extensively from natural materials, ensures that the building embraces its location.

Newton Johnson is a family-owned wine estate in the upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. With views of the mountain, their vineyards, the valley and the Atlantic Ocean from the restaurant and tasting room, this is the perfect place for you to unwind. With a focus on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, they also produce an Albarino, Sauvignon Blanc and a red blend made from Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre.

Winning the number four spot in the World's Best Vineyards and achieving the Number One spot in Africa, this wine estate is renowned for its visitors' experience. Creation's fine wines are a rare alchemy of art, science, people, and a sense of place. They love to share this and their world-class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with guests who come to visit. To quote the winemaker: 'When you are working closely with nature and harvesting quality fruit, guide it gently through the winemaking process to preserve the sense of place'.

Established in 1989, this family-owned boutique wine estate captures the essence of French winemaking tradition fused with the unique terroir of South Africa. The vineyards are nestled between mountains and the sea, with cool maritime breezes that create ideal conditions for the slow ripening of grapes, thus enhancing the development of rich flavours. Known particularly for its acclaimed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines.

Hamilton Russell Vineyards' owners are the second generation of the family to own the estate. The farm specializes in producing highly individual, terroir-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, sold in over 50 countries. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vineyards grow in 52 hectares of ancient, stony, clay and iron-rich shale-derived soil. The estate also produces olive oil and honey, both of which are reflective of their origin.

Established in 2004, The Skyfields Farm was visioned into the Ataraxia wine label when Kevin and Hanli Grant, with a few friends, purchased the 47-hectare prime vineyard property. Ataraxia is Greek for "a serene state of mind, free from worry and preoccupation". The estate is famed for its captivating wines that display the full splendour of the region's unique terroir. 

Seven Springs Vineyard is a boutique winery with tasting room situated along the beautiful R320 Hemel en Aarde road between Hermanus and Caledon. Our farm nestles between Shaws Mountain and the Tesselaarsdal Mountain Range, just 14 km from the Atlantic Ocean. Come and taste our elegant, award-winning wines, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnays, Syrah Rose, Pinot Noir and Syrah, in our intimate and welcoming tasting room. You will be made most welcome!

The scenic farm road and a short walk to the tasting venue work wonders to reset your mind, giving you that feeling of going somewhere special. The Frame House serves tapas-style light meals, like flatbreads and platters, to accompany your wine tasting. Hikes and horse trails are also available on the farm. Bosman is also a working flower farm producing proteas, South Africa's national flower, and various indigenous flowers known as fynbos, endemic to the Western Cape. 

This enchanting estate has lovely views of the vineyards and mountains surrounding the estate. Renowned for crafting exceptional cool-climate varietals such as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, they were the first estate in the Hemel en Aarde Region to produce MCC. They have been awarded the best MCC from South Africa, locally and internationally. The estate's dedication to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques ensures that each bottle reflects the pure essence of the terroir and the meticulous craftsmanship poured into every step of the process. 

Temptation calls and there is no need to resist this magnificent destination. A catwalk over the shining steel wine tanks in the cellar is the perfect introduction to a unique food and wine experience.

La Vierge Wines is a specialist  producer  of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. La Vierge grapes are grown in the rich clay-based soil of the cool climate Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, best suited to delicate styled wines. 

Enjoy various wine and food pairings or select your wines for a tasting experience. The onsite restaurant, B’s Stro, serves scrumptious hearty dishes, platters, daily seasonal specials and tapas to match the unique flavours of La Vierge Wines. Take time to savour spectacular views, play a game of boule on the verandah, browse through the colourful art collection. The restaurant is open for lunch, weddings and special celebrations.

Benguela Cove Lagoon Estate is an award-winning wine farm with lovely views of the Bot River Lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean. They produce wines from 100% estate-grown grapes, including Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and MCC. The tasting room at Benguela Cove offers a variety of tastings and wine pairings. The Moody Lagoon restaurant is open for lunch, or you can order picnic baskets to enjoy on the estate. There are various attractions and activities for guests of all ages, including an art gallery, adventure golf and boat trips. 

This small-scale, family-owned wine estate is especially well known for its Sauvignon Blanc. They also produce Pinot Noir, MCC, Shiraz and Rhône Style blends. Bartho Eksteen Wine Estate is notable for its commitment to education and environmental stewardship. Globally renowned winemaker, Bartho himself established the "Wijnskool" (wine school) at the estate with a vision of mentoring the next generation of winemakers, advocating for sustainable farming and biodiversity. The names of some of their wines, like Tree of Knowledge, Ouskool and Meester, still reflect the wine school era of Bartho Eksteen Wine Estate.