Things to do in Garden Route, Garden Route: The Best Wineries & Vineyards

We offer a short tour of our winery with an explanation of our wine making techniques followed by wine tasting or cheese & wine tasting or chocolate & wine tasting and wine sales. We are open every Saturday from 10am - 2pm & all other times by appointment, just phone 0823220765. We produce an award winning Brut Rose MCC, a Dry Rose, a Chardonnay & "Our Blend" of Pinot Noir & Syrah

Du’SwaRoo Wines is located just North of Calitzdorp on the road to Groenfontein and lies across the secondary slopes of Besemkop, south of the Swartberg mountains. Du’SwaRoo Wines is the smallest wine cellar on the Klein Karoo wine route.Boutique wines are produced in limited quantities from grapes from our own and neighboring vineyards.Deli products produced on the farm is also available.

Karusa is a family operated and managed wine and fruit farm.The word “Karusa” is a Khoi San word meaning: Land with little water, a scarce resource in the semi arid plateau of the Klein Karoo.Karusa is situated at the foothill of the majestic Swartberg in the tranquil and scenic Cango Valley settlement of Schoemanshoek. The farm is en route to the world famous Cango Caves. It is situated 12km north of Oudtshoorn which is also the capital of the Klein Karoo region, and ostrich capital of the world.Karusa is the first and only Premium Private winery in Oudtshoorn.Directions to Karusa: Follow the R328 north (The Cango Route) from Oudtshoorn for 12km to Schoemanshoek. Turn left into Schoemanshoek and drive left around the back of the Church, the entrance to Karusa is ~200m on your right.

Boplaas has long been regarded as in the forefront in premium wine production. Boplaas is known for world-class table wines, Ports and their award winning pot-stilled brandies.

De Krans Wine Cellar is situated along the upper reaches of the picturesque Gamka River Valley near Calitzdorp. The history of the farm dates back to 1890, when it was bought by the Nel family. Since 1985, most of the classic Portuguese port and wine varieties have been planted. De Krans is widely known as one of the leading port producers, as well as one of the most innovative cellars in South Africa. The Farm offers daily wine tasting, a country style bistro and a deli offering products either produced on the farm or sourced from local artisans.

Calitzdorp Cellar is located in Calitzdorp, known for it's variety of Wines and Port. It is part of the world’s longest wine route and has produced a number of award winning white, red and fortified wines since 1928. Come and enjoy our wines in our Tasting Room or a bottle of wine on our veranda overlooking the Gamka-valley.

The same care bestowed on the vineyards is given to Newstead’s culinary offering. Lunches served on the veranda feature seasonal produce, most of it grown on the farm. Today, a salad of fennel, radish and figs, shaved Parma ham and Parmesan, topped with a dressing made with honey produced in the next-door lavender field, is star of the show. Tomorrow it may be shoulder of pork slow-roasted with chilly and ginger and served with spring onion pancakes or slow roasted wood fired spicy chicken. Home-grown macadamias and apples from the Newstead orchard are used in an assortment of bakes and the vegetable garden’s fragrant tomatoes shine on artisanal wood fired pizzas. Delicious desserts. Limited quantities of artisan food is prepared daily. Enjoy winning wines & bubbles & infused craft cocktails in the vineyard Bubble&gin bar.

Doornkraal Padstal is a Farm Stall with a wonderful collection of local Klein Karoo products. It includes a great collection of Klein Karoo wines and brandies, olives and olive oils, dried fruit and other local treats.

Steeped in history, ReedValley was established on one of the oldest farms in the Mossel Bay district and now boasts a selection of export wines. Our tasting venue is the only physical location where you can enjoy our wines. We also offer two unique dining experiences food and our large fireplace ensures a cosy atmosphere even in the coldest weather. There is also a play area for kids.