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Stellenbosch Wine Route: A Classic Cape Winelands Weekend

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The route

12 stops·6 wineries · 3 restaurants · 1 hotel · 1 activity · 1 shop

1. 01

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   Delaire Graff Estate

   Helshoogte Pass views pair perfectly with world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and seriously good hospitality.

2. 02

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   Tokara Wine Estate

   Perched on Helshoogte Pass, this estate pairs refined Bordeaux blends and pressed olive oils with a deli and restaurant.

3. 03

   Restaurant

   Tokara Delicatessen

   Grab a farm-fresh lunch between tastings at this beloved Stellenbosch deli showcasing local produce.

4. 04

   Winery

   Rust en Vrede Wine Estate

   Iconic South African estate renowned for bold single-vineyard Shiraz and a celebrated fine-dining restaurant.

5. 05

   Restaurant

   Rust en Vrede Restaurant

   Award-winning fine dining on the estate grounds pairs sophisticated tasting menus with their own wines.

6. 06

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   Kanonkop Wine Estate

   Kanonkop's legendary Pinotage and Paul Sauer blend have earned their place among South Africa's finest red wines.

7. 07

   Winery

   Meerlust Estate

   Meerlust's legendary Rubicon blend flows from a 1693 Cape Dutch estate that's basically wine royalty in the Winelands.

8. 08

   Activity

   Stellenbosch Village Museum

   Step into three centuries of Cape Dutch charm at this outdoor museum preserving Stellenbosch's architectural soul.

9. 09

   Hotel

   The Stellenbosch Hotel

   Historic 1743 property puts you steps from Stellenbosch's best restaurants, galleries, and shopping without leaving the charming town center.

10. 10

    WineryTexas

    Kleine Zalze Wines

    Kleine Zalze pairs award-winning Family Reserve wines with Terroir Restaurant dining in a genuinely welcoming tasting room.

11. 11

    Restaurant

    Terroir Restaurant at Kleine Zalze

    Chef Michael Broughton's seasonal, locally sourced cooking pairs beautifully with Kleine Zalze's wines in this Cape standout.

12. 12

    Shop

    Dorp Street Antiques & Crafts

    Browse Stellenbosch's charming antique shops and craft galleries along historic Dorp Street before you head out.