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Marais Family Wines
Rawsonville

Marais Family Wines

About Marais Family Wines

Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Marais Family Wines is a historic estate in the Slanghoek Valley, Cape Winelands, with roots tracing back to 1847 when the Marais family settled on Breëland farm. The family transitioned from livestock and fruit production to viticulture in the late 19th century, establishing their primary winemaking operations after World War II. Today, the estate is run by Owner and CEO Lizelle Marais with winemaker Wickus Erasmus, featuring a refurbished tasting room and state-of-the-art cellar, and serves as a destination for special events and private functions.

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Tasting Experiences

Tasting Room

Charming tasting room refurbished in 2021 from the old cement cellar

Buchukloof Cottage

Secluded off-grid retreat nestled in Breëland Wine Estate with mountain streams, hiking trails, and vineyard vistas, ideal for groups and team-building exercises

Varietals

Chenin BlancSauvignon BlancChardonnayMoscato

When to visit Marais Family Wines

Monday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Good to know about Marais Family Wines

Can you visit Marais Family Wines? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Marais Family Wines has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 6, 2026).

What wines does Marais Family Wines specialize in?

Marais Family Wines focuses on Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Moscato. Signature bottles include Chenin Blanc 2026, Sauvignon Blanc 2026, Chardonnay 2025, Perle Moscato 2026.

Where is Marais Family Wines located?

Marais Family Wines is in Rawsonville, in the Breedekloof wine region. Phone: +27 23 344 3129.

When was Marais Family Wines founded?

Marais Family Wines was established in 1847.

Who makes the wine at Marais Family Wines?

The winemaking at Marais Family Wines is led by Wickus Erasmus.

What tasting experiences does Marais Family Wines offer?

Marais Family Wines offers Tasting Room and Buchukloof Cottage.

What are Marais Family Wines's tasting hours?

Marais Family Wines is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Where to find Marais Family Wines

Marais Family Wines is in Rawsonville, South Africa, in Breedekloof.

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