Upcoming Winemakers Dinners:

Experience culinary excellence at Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa’s Winemakers Dinners, hosted at its flagship restaurant, Stefan’s. These exclusive events feature a curated 7-course menu expertly paired with wines from esteemed estates. Co-hosted by Executive Chef Stefan Bekker and celebrated local winemakers, each dinner offers an extraordinary epicurean experience, priced at R880 per person, including all pairing wines.

• 6 November 2024: Vrede en Lust Wine Estate, presented by Karlin Nel

Upcoming Wine Society Events:

For a more relaxed wine experience, the Wine Society events hosted in the chic and contemporary interiors of Magnolia Social Dining Lounge feature three local winemakers presenting their selection to wine lovers looking to expand their palates and knowledge, catering to all levels of wine enthusiast. Paired with Chef’s choice of small plates and a decadent dessert offering as the ideal sweet note to top off the sociable and interactive evening. Hosted by the vivacious Nick Plummer, this monthly calendar fixture has become a top highlight for the many of the return faces it consistently draws.

With space available for up to 35 guests, priced at R425 per person- you won’t want to miss these last few fun evenings out:

• 24 October 2024: Hughes Family Wines, Mulderbosch, & Migliarina
• 28 November 2024: Piekenierskloof, Pilgrim, & Vergelegen

“The success of this series has been incredibly rewarding for our team. Supporting a diverse range of local producers—from renowned names to boutique wineries—has been a highlight. With affiliations with Ridgeback Winery and Eagles’ Nest, and proximity to esteemed estates like Vergelegen, Morgenster, and Lourensford, wine is truly central to the Erinvale experience. These final events of the season are a must-attend for any wine lover. With the busy months ahead, early booking is recommended to secure your spot.” says Debbie-Lee Cockrell, General Manager of Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa.

To reserve your seat or extend the festivities by booking an overnight stay, please visit the hotel website or contact reservation contact details: hotel@erinvale.co.za/ Tel: +27 21 847 1160

To reserve the Winemakers Dinners, or to find out any additional information, please email conf@erinvale.co.za for enquiries and bookings. Early-booking is advised.

Purchase your voucher tickets for the Wine Society events online at: https://erinvale.everygift.co.za

Celebrate in Style at Erinvale! 

Looking for the perfect spot to host an intimate celebration? Whether it’s a kitchen tea, baby shower, birthday, or a cosy get-together with loved ones, Stefan’s Restaurant offers an elegant and luxurious setting that will make your special moments unforgettable.

With breath-taking views of our lush courtyard and the serene scent of fynbos, it’s the ideal backdrop for any event of up to 25 guests.

Package Includes:

• Welcome drink
• Delicious platters
• Tea or coffee for each guest
• No extra charge for your cake or cupcakes!
• 10% off spa and accommodation for the guest of honour.

Rate per person: R495


Join us on Sunday, 20th October for an unforgettable experience at Stefan’s 7 Course Lunch in celebration of #InternationalChefDay.

Indulge in the flavours of summer with Stefan’s Restaurant new 7-course menu.

Time: 12:00 midday
Venue: Stefan’s Restaurant
Price: R880 per person | Wine Pairing: +R450

Make it extra special with a wine pairing handpicked to complement every course. Spaces are limited, so secure your seat today!

Contact our team via hotel@erinvale.co.za to book your seat. We look forward to welcoming you. 

Treat yourself to a fabulous 10-course menu with a glass of bubbly at Stefan's Restaurant at Erinvale Hotel for R1 080.00

OR

A 7-course Dining Experience for R880

Book your table at www.restaurantweek.co.za

Please note: Seats are limited. Only online bookings will be accepted!

We are thrilled to introduce a new curated selection at our tasting room – the Artisanal Cheese Board, expertly selected to pair beautifully with the Vergelegen wine range.

Priced at R295 and perfect for two, this elegant platter includes:

• Kleinrivier Gruberg: A flagship brushed-rind cheese with deep, rustic earthy notes.
• Belnori Phantom Forest:A unique ash-encased mould-ripened goat’s cheese with a salty finish and soft texture.
• Black Barrel Boerenkaas: A rich, full-fat cheese with a delightful balance of sweet and salty flavors.
• Locally-made Pancetta: Delicately flavored and aromatic.

Each board is served with handmade seeded melba toast, Vergelegen green olive tapenade, and green fig preserve, ensuring a sophisticated tasting experience.

Visit our tasting room and share your wine journey with us!

Welcome to our tasting room! We have a selection of incredible wines to taste, each presented by one of our passionate Vergelegen wine ambassadors.

Our wine tasting hours are Monday to Sunday from 10h00 to 16h15. We are open for wine sales from 08h30 to 17h00 every day of the week.

Learn more HERE

Buy our wines online HERE

Experience the Vergelegen Cultural Heritage and Gardens first-hand, accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide.

Vergelegen was declared a Provincial Heritage Site in 2019 and has been nominated as a World Heritage Site. The Estate reflects an authentic depiction of Cape Cultural Heritage, in addition to 17 themed gardens that are intricately interwoven in the Cape Cultural existence.

Tour Highlights:

• Led by insightful and passionate guides, the highlights will include:
• 200 year old library including a catalogued 4500 book collection
• 300 year old Cape Dutch Homestead, refurbished to reflect the layered historicism
• Trees of significance including the majestic Camphor Trees that were declared National Monuments in 1942
• Magnificent themed gardens

PLEASE NOTE:

• This is a walking tour
• The tour is weather permitting, please contact the Wine Tasting Centre (021 847 2122)
• Tour groups by prior arrangement only
• Tour buses / coaches will be received by prior arrangement only

Bookings (24 hours in advance) are essential.
For Further information visit our website HERE

An exciting new tour offering at Vergelegen to showcase the culmination of 20 years of ongoing commitment to sustainability and rehabilitation. We start off the Environmental excursion through the Vergelegen arboretum and biodiversity nature reserve, with possible sightings of Nguni cattle, Bontebok, Rau-Quagga & Eland antelope that are part of an ongoing doctoral thesis in conjunction with CTEET (Cape Town Environmental Education Trust). Smaller species of animals as well as birds are also often seen on the tour.

Environmental Tour Highlights:

• An overview of the Estate and sustainability initiatives (water plant, solar project, breeding projects)
• Vergelegen Nature Reserve (2018)
• Bontebok (antelope)
• Nguni Cattle, Eland, Rau-Quagga and other smaller species
• Indigenous Fynbos

PLEASE NOTE:

• This is a guided tour in a designated Vergelegen vehicle
• The tour is weather permitting, please contact the Wine Tasting Centre (021 847 2122)
• Tour groups by prior arrangement only
• Tour buses/coaches will be received by prior arrangement only

Bookings (24 hours in advance) are essential.

For Further information visit our website HERE

Drive through the vineyards to the multiple level, gravity flow cellar.  Designed by French architects in a manner that combines the old with the new, the cellar provides majestic views of the surrounding valley offering visitors the opportunity of understanding the extent of Van der Stel’s vision in current times, as well as experiencing the cellar firsthand.

Cellar Tour Highlights:

• Vineyard overview
• Gravitational flow cellar
• Underground barrel vault
• Extensive 360 degree views of False Bay and Hottentots Holland Mountain range from the cellar roof

PLEASE NOTE:

• This is a guided tour in a designated Vergelegen vehicle
• Tour groups by prior arrangement only
• Tour buses/coaches will be received by prior arrangement only
• No children under the age of 12 permitted to join the Cellar tour, due to our safety regulations

Bookings (24 hours in advance) are essential.

For Further information visit our website HERE

96 Winery Road is planning ahead with our mouth-watering Christmas Eve dinner or Christmas Day lunch.

Join us for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day - the choice is yours!

Chef Adrian is preparing some extra special flavours and dishes this year - make sure to reserve a table for you and your family before it's too late.