Vergelegen Wine Estate

Our delightful new gourmet cheese board is served Monday to Sunday. It offers a selection of local produce, just perfect with a glass or two of our current or older vintage wines.

This new board includes cheeses like Simond & 12-month matured Huguenot, pancetta and homemade preserves, served with herbed sourdough crackers.

Our team of pastry chefs are whipping up a storm in the Rose Terrace kitchen. If you fancy a delectable cake creation for your next event or party, we have you covered!

To enquire about our cake selection and to order, please email functions@vergelegen.co.za. 

Join us for an unforgettable evening of fine music in the beautiful Glass Conservatory Venue at Vergelegen for a private performance with the Charl du Plessis Trio in their latest production, Bach & Beatles.

Renowned as one of the most celebrated and respected instrumental ensembles in South Africa and beyond, the Charl du Plessis Trio continue to push boundaries with their signature style of crossover music. Effortlessly blending classical, jazz, and pop, the Trio have earned multiple awards and international acclaim through their innovative performances and global tours.

In their latest production, Bach & Beatles, the Trio bring together two musical giants in an imaginative and captivating programme. Iconic Beatles hits such as Yesterday, Hey Jude, and A Hard Day’s Night are reimagined alongside the timeless works of Johann Sebastian Bach, including the Toccata in D minor, Air on the G string, and Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring.

Through masterful arrangements infused with swing, blues, and bossa nova, the Charl du Plessis Trio highlight both the contrasts and unexpected connections between these distinct musical worlds. The result is a concert experience that is both intellectually stimulating and irresistibly entertaining — music of international calibre for lovers of both the classical tradition and contemporary flair. A night not to be missed!

Date: 12 June 2025
Venue: The Glass Conservatory at Vergelegen
Time: 18h00 – 20h00
Cost: R695 per person (includes a glass of Vergelegen wine, canapés on arrival and the show)

Tickets: Available online only on the events section of our website

Book early as tickets are limited.

Get Tickets HERE

This winter, Stables is conjuring up special dishes to beat the winter blues. Few things are as comforting as a Sunday roast, and ours features roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, crispy potatoes and all the trimmings for R320 per person, including a glass of delicious Vergelegen wine.

Our popular breakfast special is a freshly baked croissant with creamy scrambled eggs, bacon, and a cup of coffee for just R95.

Our special Two- and Three-Course Dinners are not to be missed, featuring familiar winter favourites like the famous Vergelegen bobotie and delicious oxtail. These dinners include a glass of wine and are priced at R460 per person for the two-course and R550 for the three-course.

We can't wait to welcome you this winter. Be sure to book your table soon! Bookings can be made via Dineplan or call 021 847 2111.

PS - We will be open for dinner on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays during May & June.

Our new Vinoteque Tasting serves 4 vintage wines from our vinoteque and a glass of wine on arrival for R475 per person. This is the chance to taste older wines not generally available for tastings. These tastings are available daily at 11h00 or 14h30 for groups of 4 people or more, alongside our other tasting room offerings, and bookings can be made via Dineplan.

Our delightful new gourmet cheese board is served in our tasting room. It offers a selection of local produce, just perfect with a glass or two of our current or older vintage wines. This new board includes cheeses like Simond & 12-month matured Huguenot, pancetta and homemade preserves, served with herbed sourdough crackers.

Join us for a series of inspirational winter workshops hosted at Café Fleur at Vergelegen. Expect a cosy and creative atmosphere with warm fires, experienced hosts, decadent treats and a chance to create something special to take home.

We have invited creative experts to Vergelegen to share their knowldedge and passion for their fields of expertise and are delighted with the programme! The workshop price includes the workshop, all materials, a high tea and refreshments. There are limited spaces available for each workshop, so book now to avoid disappointment.

We can't wait to welcome you to Vergelegen soon!

Warm up this winter with a journey through the world of wine!

From Vergelegen to France and Italy, experience exceptional tastings that celebrate rich flavours and traditions. Each tasting session begins with a glass of wine on arrival and canapés, promising an informative and engaging experience for wine lovers of all levels.

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to explore and taste wines not usually available. 

Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West, renowned for its beautiful gardens and majestic mountain backdrops, offers a portfolio of outstanding wedding, corporate, conference, and special occasion venues. Event organisers, companies and private individuals can choose from several enchanting locations.

Riverside conservatory: An elegant glass conservatory, seating up to 400 guests, has been installed  near the Lourens River, ensuring an exquisite venue whatever the weather. The conservatory overlooks a manicured riverside lawn, ideal for pre-event drinks.

Lake and mountain venue: The spectacular backdrop of the Helderberg and Hottentots Holland mountains is reflected in the lake’s tranquil waters. A perfect location to exchange vows or serve pre-event drinks and canapes.

Camphor forest: Imagine saying “I do” beneath a canopy of ancient camphor trees, with sunlight filtering through the leaves. The camphor forest can accommodate up to 300 wedding reception guests. This site is also suitable for elegant picnics, for up to 120 guests, weather permitting.

Octagonal Garden: Vergelegen’s spectacular Octagonal Garden, dating back to the 18th century, is renowned for its ancient trees and abundant herbaceous borders leading to the historic manor house. The pergola and octagonal layout create a timeless setting. Optimal for weddings and pre-event drinks. 
Rose Terrace Tea Room: A charming venue overlooking the rose garden, serving  breakfasts, lunches, and indulgent high teas. The cottage, seating up to 24 guests, is available for private morning or afternoon bookings. It is a popular choice for kitchen teas and birthday celebrations.

Stables Restaurant: This restaurant is renowned for its spectacular garden setting and mountain backdrop. Seating up to 110 guests, it is an excellent choice for wedding receptions and family gatherings. The varied menu suits most culinary requirements.  A private room accommodates up to 40 lunch guests.

The estate has a dedicated events and hospitality manager, Sue Steenkamp, and a garden team led by resident horticulturists Richard Arm and Chris Randlehoff. They have extensive experience in facilitating events and partnering with specialist event management teams. Their commitment to excellence ensures that every event is not only meticulously planned, but also flawlessly executed.

Enquiries and bookings: functions@vergelegen.co.za

Bookings are open for a new, one-day, 12-km guided hike.

The first hike takes place on Saturday 15 March and is thereafter offered twice a month, weather permitting.

Hikers will enjoy access to areas of the 3000-hectare property not usually open to the public, where they can discover the estate’s diverse flora and fauna.

The route, set against a spectacular backdrop of the Helderberg and Hottentots Holland mountain ranges, traverses:

• Manor house and gardens: Vergelegen is a provincial heritage site, and the route starts in the historic precinct for hikers to admire the lush gardens and beautiful homestead.
• Lourens River and orchards: The trail leads to the Lourens River, where a section of land is a Protected Natural Environment, then passes through orchards.
• Nguni cattle grazing areas: The route continues into the grazing area of the docile Nguni cattle herd – numbering about 400 indigenous cattle with spectacular multi-coloured hides – and resident bontebok.
• Fynbos biome: Vergelegen is home to the largest privately funded alien vegetation clearing project in South Africa. Find out more about this visionary conservation initiative, and view fynbos, wetlands and renosterbos.
• Game camp: Hike alongside the fenced game camp, with possible sightings of wildlife such as eland, rare Rau quagga, black wildebeest and small antelope.
• Champagne tree: This marks the end of the hiking trail where, weather permitting, hikers are treated to a glass of Vergelegen Cap Classique and wine tasting while enjoying views of the surrounding mountain ranges and over False Bay.
• Vineyards and wine cellar: Hikers are taken by game vehicle to the nearby hilltop wine cellar for a cellar tour.

Finish off with a three-course, a la carte lunch at the Stables bistro-style restaurant, with wine. The full cost of R2900/person also includes a branded cap and water bottle, plus a bottle of Florence rosé wine to take home.

Tours are led by Frank Dwyer, an experienced hiking guide and tourism expert with a deep-rooted passion for showcasing South Africa’s natural beauty and rich heritage. Dwyer was born and raised in Somerset West, where his father farmed in the 1960s and 1970s, and he developed an early appreciation of the region’s landscape, history, wine and culture.

While the route is not difficult there are some strenuous uphill sections and descents where hikers need to take care on loose gravel. Hikers are advised to wear appropriate footwear or hiking boots.

Browse our curated collection of beautiful gifts and keepsakes to remember your visit.