ELGIN

Cradled in a high-altitude valley, Elgin’s cool-climate vineyards thrive in South Africa’s premier apple-growing region. This young wine district has rapidly gained acclaim for its elegant Chardonnays, crisp Sauvignon Blancs, and refined Pinot Noirs. Meticulous viticulture and cutting-edge winemaking yield bottles of remarkable finesse. Beyond wine, Elgin offers gastronomic delights at farm restaurants and orchards bursting with fruit. Luxurious country lodges and quaint self-catering cottages provide serene retreats. Elgin’s natural beauty, outdoor activities, and world-class wines create an enchanting escape just an hour from Cape Town.

  • Almenkerk Wine Estate

    Wine Route: Elgin

    Owned by the Belgian/Dutch Almenkerk family making elegant cool-climate wines, while prioritising regenerative farming and sustainability.

  • Charles Fox Cap Classique Wine Estate

    Wine Route: Elgin

    Nestled in the heart of the Elgin Valley, this estate specialises in grape varieties used in making champagne in the classic French style – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

  • Elgin Vintners

    Wine Route: Elgin

    Producers of cool-climate wines made with minimum interference and maximum care on the historic Elgin Orchards Farm (est. 1890). Scenic function venue and 4-star country guesthouse.

  • Lothian of Elgin

    Wine Route: Elgin

    Family-owned estate on the scenic Palmiet River in the heart of the Elgin Valley, renowned for its award-winning Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and a refreshing dry Riesling.

  • Paul Clüver Family Wines

    Wine Route: Elgin

    Paul Clüver Family Wines, a pioneer in Elgin’s cool-climate region since 1987, excels in terroir-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Their estate now hosts BLOEM by Bertus Basson, offering a family-friendly dining experience with seasonal, farm-fresh cuisine, perfectly paired with Paul Clüver’s exceptional wines.