Lanzerac has for centuries been a true icon of the South African winelands. This graceful estate has played host to untold Stellenbosch residents as well as visitors for more than 300 years. Lanzerac’s recorded history began in 1692 when the Governor of the Cape Simon van der Stel granted a piece of land in the Jonkerhoek Valley to Isaac Schrijver.

Originally named Schoongezicht, Lanzerac changed hands several times, with each owner contributing to the legacy and heritage of this unique property. While wine has been an integral part of this Estate since its beginning Lanzerac also holds significant historical value with all of the historical buildings representing distinctive examples of Cape Dutch architecture.

Today the Estate covers an area of about 150 hectares, of these, 50 hectares consist of vineyards. Noble cultivars that include Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Merlot, Pinotage, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, grace a variety of soil types and micro-climates.

The world-renowned five star Lanzerac Hotel offers a choice of five types of suites and three restaurants that cater for international as well as local guests. A recent addition has been the Lanzerac Spa and Wellness Centre that offers a variety of health and well-being services.

The Estate recognizes its role not only in preserving its historical buildings and legacy, but also in terms of nature. In this regard Lanzerac became a member of the Biodiversity and Wine Initiative (BWI) in 2006. This initiative has the aim of preserving natural habitats like fynbos by eradicating alien vegetation, planting indigenous trees and preventing soil erosion.

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