Lourensford Estate, established in the year 1700 and once part of Willem Adriaan van der Stel's Vergelegen, is arguably one of the most beautiful wine estates in the world. Steeped in history and heritage, the estate also boasts an ultra-modern winery utilising technology unique in the Southern Hemisphere. The magnificent soils and diverse micro-climates create the ideal terroir for world-beating wines. Lourensford is fast-becoming one of the biggest wine estates in South Africa, with over 300 hectares of vines already planted.

Purchased from David Gant (of well-known Gant's Fruits), the estate became the second magnificent winelands property to be owned by Dr. Christo Wiese, Cape industrialist and retail magnate. The other property is the world-famous Lanzerac Hotel and Winery in Stellenbosch. After purchasing the property in 1998, Dr. Wiese set his mind to making it one of the premier wine estates in South Africa. The first plantings of vines began in 2000 and the construction of the unique winery began in 2002 and was completed in record time. The first wines were vinified in 2003. Keep an eye out for our brands (Lourensford, Lourensford Five Heirs, Lanzerac and Eden Crest) at your local wine merchant. Our rich soils and advanced cellar have already yielded such champions as the Lourensford 1700, a striking blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz, and the Lourensford Viognier, truly an exceptional and delightful Chardonnay-style wine.

The rich soils of the estate also produce apples, pears and plums in abundance. Lourensford has almost 350 hectares under fruit, all of which is packed in our very own packshed that also packs fruit from other producers in Southern Africa. Our beautiful mountain slopes are covered by our pine plantations, spanning approximately 900 hectares. Our sawmill also operates from the premises, utilising our own wood, as well as premium wood from the rest of South Africa to produce our famous bins, as well as many other products. We also cultivate Buchu (an indigenous herb), as well as trout. This trout goes to stock our exclusive fly-fishing club. Our cheesery is producing a modest output of some of the finest farmhouse cheeses in the Cape.

Lourensford's scenic beauty has played host to many local and international film shoots, starring some of Hollywood's top actors. Not only do we also host annual sports and cultural events with thousands of participants and spectators, but many a wedding reception and corporate function has been held on the estate. There is a sizeable equestrian establishment on the estate, with stabling as well as one of the only two polo fields in Cape Town, where the sport of kings is practiced and enjoyed.

Please be welcome on our estate, and enjoy it with us.