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De Wetshof Estate

De Wetshof Estate

About De Wetshof Estate

De Wetshof Estate is South Africa's eminent Chardonnay House and the first registered wine estate in the Robertson Wine Valley, established in the 1970s. The estate represents three generations of the De Wet family's winemaking heritage, tracing back to 1694 when the first De Wets arrived at the Cape. Today, it is one of the few third-generation wine estates in South Africa, producing fine wines including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and other varietals.

Tasting Experiences

Private Library Tasting

An intimate tasting experience in the De Wetshof Wine Library featuring rare bottled treasures and older, sought-after wines curated by the De Wet family, representing older fine vintages of some of the best wines De Wetshof has made in its history.

Varietals

ChardonnaySauvignon BlancPinot NoirMerlotCabernet SauvignonRosé

When to visit De Wetshof Estate

Monday8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
SundayClosed

Good to know about De Wetshof Estate

Can you visit De Wetshof Estate? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, De Wetshof Estate has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 6, 2026).

What wines does De Wetshof Estate specialize in?

De Wetshof Estate focuses on Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, and more. Signature bottles include Estate Chardonnay, Blanc de Blancs Cap Classique, Limestone Hill, Calcrete, Bon Vallon, The Shard, Finesse, Lesca, The Site, Bateleur, Sauvignon Blanc, Lilya Dry Rosé, Nature in Concert Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Edeloes.

Can you bring kids to De Wetshof Estate?

Yes, De Wetshof Estate welcomes children.

Where is De Wetshof Estate located?

De Wetshof Estate is in Robertson, in the Robertson wine region. Phone: +27 23 615 1853.

When was De Wetshof Estate founded?

De Wetshof Estate was established in 1970.

Who makes the wine at De Wetshof Estate?

The winemaking at De Wetshof Estate is led by Johann de Wet, Peter de Wet, Danie de Wet.

What tasting experiences does De Wetshof Estate offer?

De Wetshof Estate offers Private Library Tasting.

What are De Wetshof Estate's tasting hours?

De Wetshof Estate is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday, 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM, closed Sunday.

Where to find De Wetshof Estate

De Wetshof Estate is in Robertson, South Africa.

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