Groot Constantia Wine Estate, established in 1685, is the home of South African wine and produces exceptional vintages year after year. This Constantia Valley estate offers so much more however and even non-wine lovers can enjoy a wonderful day relaxing under the oaks or savouring delightful cuisine.
Located on the West Coast Way Cape Way Route
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Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve.
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Not far from the city bowl of Cape Town and on the southern side of Table Mountain lies the fertile Constantia Valley – this is where you’ll find the iconic Groot Constantia.
Groot Constantia is well known for both their red and white wines and one can taste the range by visiting one of three tasting venues on the estate. A standard tasting takes you through five wines of choice, or better yet try the Chocolate and Wine pairing – a real treat for the senses!
The flagship, Gouverneurs Reserve red, and the Gouverneurs Reserve white are both elegantly produced blends. Varietals such as Shiraz, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc will not disappoint either.
The famed Grand Constance, a natural sweet, has been the wine of choice for royalty over the centuries. It regularly walks off with top industry awards, and without making a significant dent in your pocket you can walk away with a bottle of this golden liquid to share with friends after a meal.
Apart from the wine you will also find an art exhibition, Art @ Constantia, at the wine sales tasting hall, and two museum spaces at the Cloete Cellar as well as the Manor House – both part of the Iziko museums of South Africa. There is rich history here so take your time to walk slowly through these spaces. The Cape Dutch architecture of the Manor House in itself is impressive, but the beauty of The Lady of Abundance sculpture is the wine estates central focal point. It doesn’t end there for architecture and art lovers as the magnificence of the 1971 Cloete Cellar sculptured pediment will leave you speechless!
There are two excellent eateries, Jonkershuis Restaurant and Simon’s Restaurant & Deli, both serving a wide range of excellent foods. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, or even just for a coffee these spots form a good part of any estate visit.
Take a stroll up the oak-lined avenues and through the vineyards to really soak up the atmosphere at the wine estate, and look out for hidden gems such as the historical bath which provide quiet spaces in a uniquely beautiful setting.
Groot Constantia is located on the West Coast Way Cape Way Route
Open 7 Days a week
Distance from Cape Town: 18km
Where: M3
Contact: +27 (0)21 794-5128| [email protected] | www.grootconstantia.co.za
West Coast Way is Your Route To Nature
West Coast Way is your ultimate gateway to experiencing the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Cape West Coast of South Africa. As a premium tourism brand, we offer six uniquely themed trip plans that promise an unforgettable journey: Cape, Culture, Foodie, Tractor, Berg, and Wild.
Discover over 101 incredible things to see and do with West Coast Way:
Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve.
For more information on the best places to visit on the West Coast, road tripping routes, hikes, tours, and trails, explore westcoastway.co.za or call West Coast Way on 0861 321 777. Follow us on on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIn @WestCoastWaySA.