Rickety Bridge is a centuries-old Franschhoek wine estate with a rich heritage dating back to 1694, now reimagined with luxury contemporary accommodation and a state-of-the-art Wine Tasting Centre. The estate celebrates its pioneering past while offering elevated dining, vineyard and cellar tours, and diverse wine experiences including tastings, blending workshops, and sensory experiences.
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Yes, Rickety Bridge Estate has a tasting room open to visitors.
Rickety Bridge Estate focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Pinotage, Semillon. Signature bottles include Foundation Stone Cabernet Sauvignon, Foundation Stone Shiraz, Foundation Stone Pinotage, Regna Loca Semillon, Regna Loca Cabernet Sauvignon. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Rickety Bridge Estate has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Rickety Bridge Estate doesn't allow dogs on the property. Service animals are a separate case and are generally accommodated. Plan a stop where your dog can wait comfortably, or pick a dog-friendly estate for that leg of the day.
Yes, Rickety Bridge Estate offers vineyard tours. Options include: Foundation Stone Tasting, Regna Loca Tasting, Wine Fault Sensory Experience, Wine Blending Experience, Vineyard and Cellar Tours, Private Tasting at Accommodation and Winemaker's Dinners. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
Rickety Bridge Estate is in Franschhoek, in the Stellenbosch wine region. Phone: +27 21 876 2129. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Monday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Rickety Bridge Estate has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.