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Escape Wines
Hermanus

Escape Wines

About Escape Wines

Escape Wines is a Walker Bay winery founded by a partnership of entrepreneurs, creatives, sportsmen and adventurers. The estate features award-winning wines tasted at 'Die Afdak', a relaxed tasting space overlooking the farm's quiet beauty, where visitors can enjoy traditional braaibroodjies and boerewors. The property emphasizes regenerative practices, indigenous fynbos conservation, and a deep connection to South African living.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Tasting at Die Afdak

Relaxed tasting of the full Escape Wines collection at the tasting space 'Die Afdak'. Walk-ins welcome. Open Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00-16:00. Includes traditional braaibroodjies and boerewors.

When to visit Escape Wines

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SundayClosed

Good to know about Escape Wines

Can you visit Escape Wines? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Escape Wines has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 6, 2026). Walk-ins are welcome.

Do you need a reservation to visit Escape Wines?

No, Escape Wines welcomes walk-ins (from their website, September 6, 2026).

Does Escape Wines serve food?

Yes, Escape Wines has food available alongside tastings.

Is Escape Wines dog-friendly?

Yes, Escape Wines welcomes dogs.

Where is Escape Wines located?

Escape Wines is in Hermanus, in the Walker Bay wine region. Phone: +27 76 073 6421.

Who makes the wine at Escape Wines?

The winemaking at Escape Wines is led by Corné Richards, CJ Venter, David Nieuwoudt, Tian Claassens, Dawid Upton, Andri Wiese, Colleen Wiese.

What tasting experiences does Escape Wines offer?

Escape Wines offers Wine Tasting at Die Afdak.

What are Escape Wines's tasting hours?

Escape Wines is open Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, closed Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.

Does Escape Wines have outdoor seating?

Yes, Escape Wines has outdoor seating.

Where to find Escape Wines

Escape Wines is in Hermanus, South Africa, in the Walker Bay wine region.

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