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Abingdon Wine estate
Lions River

Abingdon Wine estate

About Abingdon Wine estate

Located in the picturesque KwaZulu-Natal Midlands at 1,140 metres above sea level, Abingdon Wine Estate is a pioneering boutique single vineyard producer and KZN's first certified estate winery. The family-run estate, owned by Ian & Jane Smorthwaite with hands-on involvement from daughter Laurie Cooper, produces over 160 different styles of certified wines from 4 hectares under vine. Visitors can enjoy wine tastings, restaurant dining on weekends, vineyard and cellar tours, and team building experiences.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Tasting

Tasting room experience featuring 5 wines for R150 per person

Restaurant

Open Fridays & Saturdays 11am-5pm. Wines available by the glass (125ml & 175ml) or bottle. Booking essential.

Vineyard and Cellar Tour

Informative tours available for groups, including wine tasting

Team Building Blending Competition

Fun team building activity available for corporate groups up to 50 guests

Corporate Events

Tailor-made corporate events for up to 50 guests on weekdays

Weddings

Small daytime weddings for up to 60 guests with emphasis on good wine and food, relaxed outdoor setting with country charm

When to visit Abingdon Wine estate

MondayClosed
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Friday11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SundayClosed

Good to know about Abingdon Wine estate

Can you visit Abingdon Wine estate? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Abingdon Wine estate has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation.

How much is a tasting at Abingdon Wine estate?

A tasting at Abingdon Wine estate costs 150 ZAR per person.

Do you need a reservation to visit Abingdon Wine estate?

Yes, Abingdon Wine estate requires a reservation for tastings.

Does Abingdon Wine estate serve food?

Yes, Abingdon Wine estate has food available alongside tastings.

Does Abingdon Wine estate offer vineyard tours?

Yes, Abingdon Wine estate offers vineyard tours. Options include Wine Tasting, Restaurant, Vineyard and Cellar Tour, Team Building Blending Competition, Corporate Events and Weddings.

Where is Abingdon Wine estate located?

Abingdon Wine estate is at 7 D369 in Lions River, in the KwaZulu-Natal wine region. Phone: +27 83 463 8503.

When was Abingdon Wine estate founded?

Abingdon Wine estate was established in 2000.

Who makes the wine at Abingdon Wine estate?

The winemaking at Abingdon Wine estate is led by Ian Smorthwaite, Laurie Cooper.

What are Abingdon Wine estate's tasting hours?

Abingdon Wine estate is open Friday and Saturday, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, closed Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Does Abingdon Wine estate have outdoor seating?

Yes, Abingdon Wine estate has outdoor seating.

Where to find Abingdon Wine estate

Abingdon Wine estate is at 7 D369, Lions River, South Africa, in the KwaZulu-Natal wine region.

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