Things to do in Somerset West, Western Cape: The Best Wineries & Vineyards

June 22, 2021 Harland Bartelt

Somerset West (Afrikaans: Somerset-Wes) is a town in the Western Cape, South Africa. Organisationally and administratively it is included in the City of Cape Town metropolitan municipality. It is situated in the Helderberg area (formerly called Hottentots Holland), about 50 kilometres (30 mi) east of Cape Town central city area, and 10 kilometres (6 mi) from Strand. The town is overlooked by the Helderberg (meaning "clear mountain"), a part of the Hottentots-Holland range of mountains. The vehicle registration code for Somerset West is CFM and the post code is 7130 for street addresses, and 7129 for post office boxes.
Restaurants in Somerset West

1. Onderkloof Wine Estate

17 Sir Lowrys Pass Road, Somerset West 7130 South Africa +27 21 858 1538 [email protected] http://www.onderkloof.com/
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Onderkloof Wine Estate

Onderkloof is a wine estate located in the Stellenbosch (Helderberg) wine region of South Africa. We produce Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinotage, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. We also host weddings on the Estate. You can use the Barrel Room as your dance floor and our cellar as your reception venue. The Tasting Room is open every Saturday from 11am-4pm.

2. Longridge Wine Estate

Helderbergpad, Somerset West 7613 South Africa +27 21 855 2005 [email protected] http://longridge.co.za
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Longridge Wine Estate

3. Vergelegen Estate

Lourensford Road, Somerset West 7130 South Africa +27 21 847 2100 [email protected] http://www.vergelegen.co.za/
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4.5 based on 889 reviews

Vergelegen Estate

Vergelegen - no ordinary Estate. Founded on 1 February 1700, Vergelegen (meaning "situated far away"), has been under the ownership of some of the world's great explorers and visionaries, each of whom, in their own way, have helped shape Vergelegen to what it is today: a world-class Estate. With its world renowned handcrafted wines, history spanning over 300 years, heritage, exquisite gardens and refined cuisine, it comes as no surprise that Vergelegen continues to be the choice of the discerning visitor seeking a total sensory experience. For this reason, the Estate has borne witness to many visits of heads of state and celebrities from all over the world. Think of Vergelegen to spend quality time on your own, with your family and friends or business associates - wine tasting centre and cellar tours, Camphors at Vergelegen Signature Restaurant, Stables at Vergelegen Bistro Restaurant and the Picnic, are only a few of a myriad of enjoyable activities at Vergelegen. We invite you to experience the world of Vergelegen first-hand.

Reviewed By GundaJohannesburg - Johannesburg, South Africa

Walk in these calm and beautiful surroundings with magnificent camphor trees and end your visit in their restaurant which serves you exquisite food

4. Lourensford Wine Estate

Lourensford Ave, Somerset West 7130 South Africa +27 21 847 2333 [email protected] http://www.lourensford.co.za/
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4.5 based on 324 reviews

Lourensford Wine Estate

Reviewed By 681lynnCol - Claremont, South Africa

This was our first visit to Lourensford. what a breathtakingly beautiful venue! Very well organised, right from the parking, friendly professional staff attending with friendly welcoming smiles. We were a group of 6 friends, together to celebrate my husband's birthday! Service at the Millhouse restaurant was fabulous. Happy staff attending , nothing was too much trouble. The pizzas were delicious. We sat outside on the deck. We did a wine tasting in the cellar after lunch, which was fun and informative and, this is a wine estate we will definitely be inviting all our friends to visit, and we'll be back! We also enjoyed the looking at the diverse Art in the Art gallery. Restrooms were pristine. This is a place to spend the day and chill and just enjoy the beauty.

5. Morgenster Wine Farm and Olive Estate

Vergelegen Avenue, Somerset West 7130 South Africa +27 21 852 1738 [email protected] http://www.morgenster.co.za/
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4.5 based on 160 reviews

Morgenster Wine Farm and Olive Estate

There’s a place, in close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, on the foothills of a mountain where nature reigns. Amongst undulating hills and valleys of decomposed shale, unspoilt nature stitches in vineyards and olives trees; roots dug deep into the soil, canopies arched towards the South African sun. Only 74 ha of the 200 ha estate is under vine and olive trees, the rest is given over to the mountains and the wetlands where eagles carve through the sky and owls roost in trees close to the cellar door. Visit our contemporary tasting room, perched on the edge of a dam, with views of mountains and wetlands. Visitors can experience a variety of both wine and olive oil tastings in this bucolic setting.

Reviewed By Yusavia - Johannesburg, South Africa

We did the experience tasting which includes full olive oil tasting, wine tasting (three different wines) and two platters (Juicy fresh olives, bread, crackers and a chatucerie board). The tastings were lovely (quality olive oils and wines). The lady who did our tasting was friendly and knowledgeable. The olive oils and wines were amazing and unlike others, quite unique in flavour! And all in a picturesque setting. An unusual and pleasant tasting that I recommend!

6. Flagstone Winery

12 De Beers Road AECI, Heartland properties, Somerset West 7130 South Africa +27 21 850 5891 [email protected] http://www.flagstonewines.com
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Flagstone Winery

We offer wine tastings of all 3 our wine brands Flagstone, Kumala and Fish Hoek. We are situated in a old dynamite factory next to the Cheetah Outreach project. Come visit this beautiful historical site and savour some of the best wines that South Africa has to offer.

Reviewed By TrudyLB - Wellington, United Kingdom

A warm welcome greeted us with an excellent and knowledgeable host. The atmosphere is relaxed, a great range of wine and good prices and best of all - the wine is really good for the 'normal' wine drinker as well as the more sophisticated palates. A really good experience. NOTE: tasting fee was waived when we bought wine.

7. Waterkloof Wines

Sir Lowrys Pass Road What3words: ///solving.hang.then, Somerset West 7130 South Africa +27 21 858 1292 http://www.waterkloofwines.co.za
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4.5 based on 148 reviews

Waterkloof Wines

Turn off the Sir Lowry's Pass Village Road and enter the Waterkloof gates, and a lane of trees beckon towards the hills, where a total sensory experience awaits. The road meanders through an amphitheatre flanked by reclaimed fynbos and immaculately kept vineyards, before arriving at our state-of-the-art cellar. A sign welcomes you to our tasting lounge. Stop for awhile outside and breathe deeply. Fill your soul with the views over the surrounding Schaapenberg Hills and the waters of False Bay down below. Now enter the main area, designed to hold you in awe, showcasing the sincere, clean essence of our Old World-style wines. Tall glass walls allow views of both the working cellar and the farm below, while raw concrete columns frame artworks from well-known South African artists.

Reviewed By JanineLiane - Cape Town, South Africa

The setting is unrivaled, perched high overlooking Somerset West - we were there on an overcast day and it was still spectacular! The service is what really stood out to us, the people are just happy to be there and nothing is too much to ask. Shane the sommelier was great throughout, Faith our waitress was a delight, each chef who came out to present a dish was excellent, and even the Executive Chef, Gregory, wasn't too caught up to leave the kitchen to check on each table and stay for a chat. The food is obviously the highlight, every course, every bite is an experience, and the wine pairing with the dégustation menu is spot on with wines from the farm itself. We didn't want to leave and could have stayed there forever. An absolute experience from start to finish - thank you!

8. Journey's End Vineyards

Sir Lowrys Pass Road, Somerset West 7130 South Africa +27 21 858 1929 [email protected] http://www.journeysend.co.za/
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4.0 based on 9 reviews

Journey's End Vineyards

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