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De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd

About De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd

A small family winery established in 1992 by architect David Trafford and artist wife Rita, situated on the Mont Fleur farm at 393m elevation on the Eastern slopes of the Helderberg Mountain above Stellenbosch. The winery focuses on high-end red wines of great intensity and longevity using minimal intervention production methods, with wines expressing the complexity of their granitic-based soils.

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Varietals

Cabernet SauvignonMerlotSyrahCabernet FrancPinot NoirPetit VerdotMourvèdreChenin Blanc

Visiting De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd

Tasting fee
Not listed
Reservations
Required
Tasting room
Open to visitors

From their website, September 6, 2026.

When to visit De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd

Monday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
FridayClosed
Saturday10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
SundayClosed

Good to know about De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd

Yes, De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation, so book ahead rather than dropping in.
De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, and more. Signature bottles include Elevation 393, Syrah 393, Plan B, Cabernet Franc, Drawing Board, Old School, Old Trafford, Syrah CSC, The Placemat Collection, Pinot Noir, Plan P Pinot Noir, Petit Verdot, Heap of Stones Shiraz, Straw Wine. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd is in Stellenbosch, in the Stellenbosch wine region. Phone: +27 21 880 1611. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd was established in 1992, giving the estate 34 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd is led by David Trafford. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Monday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Friday: Closed | Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Sunday: Closed (from their website, September 6, 2026). Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.

Where to find De Trafford Wines (Pty) Ltd

Stellenbosch, South Africa

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