Just becuase it’s cold outside, doesn’t mean the wine has to stop flowing. As one of the leading wine producers in the world, Cape Town offers wine lovers a host of events year-round, and this season is no different. From refined tastings to curated menus, here’s our top picks for the best wine events of July, August and beyond.
Stellenbosch Wine Festival
The Stellenbosch Wine Festival is the culmination of Wine Town Stellenbosch – a nine-day programme of activities on estates across the region running from 26 July to 3 August. The wine festival includes an all-inclusive walk-around tasting at the City of Oaks’ historic town hall.
With some of the biggest names in South African wine present at the festival, this is the perfect place to enjoy local food and wine in the heart of South African wine country.
Cost: R550 online, R600 at the door | BOOK NOW
When: 1 – 2 August 2025 | 1st: 5pm – 9pm | 2nd: 2pm – 6pm
Where: Stellenbosch Town Hall, 26 Andringa St, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch
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Greyton Fire + Wine
Enjoy a weekend in the picturesque town of Greyton at the Fire + Wine event. Discover over 20 knowledgeable winemakers, tucked away in cosy restaurants and lodges with roaring fireplaces to beat the winter chill.
Each ticket provides you with a tasting glass, a map of the venues, and two days of wine tasting. With 20% of proceeds raised going towards the Greyton House Village School Bursary Fund, the event is perfect for supporting the community and local winemakers.
Cost: R695 | BOOK HERE
When: 25 – 26 July 2025 | 25th: 1pm – 7pm | 26th: 12 noon – 6pm
Where: Various venues in Greyton
Bastille Day in Franschhoek
The annual Bastille Festival in Franschhoek brings together wine lovers, food enthusiasts, and families to celebrate French heritage. Known for its scenic beauty and wine excellence, this event offers an opportunity to explore local wines, delicious cuisine, and cultural entertainment. The festival originated as a way to honour Franschhoek’s French roots and has grown into a hallmark event, attracting visitors from near and far.
Central to the event is the wine tasting marquee, featuring a curated selection of wines from over 20 wineries. Visitors can also enjoy village shopping, food stalls, and live performances along the main road and families are welcome, with activities available for children.
Cost: R390 per day | BOOK HERE
When: 12 and 13 July 2025 | 11am
Where: Franschhoek High School, 15 Akademie St, Franschhoek
Caroline’s Red Wine Review
Caroline Rillema, of the highly renowned Caroline’s Fine Wine Cellar, hosts this world-class annual showcase of the Cape’s top-tier red wines. The prestigious event is an opportunity to taste 80 of South Africa’s most awarded and applauded wines, and to meet and engage with the winemakers themselves.
Each ticket includes a crystal wineglass, and access to discounted prices on the listed fine wines. Mingle with other wine lovers and enjoy the best red wines the province has to offer.
Cost: R495 | BOOK HERE
When: 24 July 2025 | 5pm – 9pm
Where: Members’ Lounge, DHL Stadium, Fritz Sonnenburg Rd, Green Point, Cape Town
Eat Sleep Drink 2025: A Taste of Franschhoek
Franschhoek’s much-loved winter special is back this month, shining a spotlight on the town’s world-class culinary scene at an affordable price.
Eat Sleep Drink was created to give locals the chance to experience the best of Franschhoek’s food, wine, and hospitality during the quieter winter months. Book a table for dinner at a participating restaurant and get R300 off per person, or stay over and enjoy 30% off at selected guesthouses and hotels. It’s the perfect excuse to make a night (or weekend) of it and explore the valley’s world-class dining scene for less.
More information on participating restaurants and guesthouses can be found on the website.
When: 21 July – 11 August 2025
Where: Franschhoek
Lekker Cheese & Wine
Enjoy a weekend of the classic combination of artisan cheeses and delicious wine, as well as live music at the Italian Club’s Lekker Cheese and Wine event. Artisan producers will also be selling their creations and goods, making it the one-stop shop for gourmet produce in Cape Town.
Each ticket includes entrance, a branded fabric bag and wine glass, a welcome drink, and a tasting card for five cheese tastings throughout the event.
Cost: R250 per day | Kids under 12 free | BOOK HERE
When: 30 – 31 August 2025 | 10am – 4pm
Where: Italian Club of Cape Town, Donegal St, Rugby, Cape Town
Fabulous French Fête at Leopard’s Leap
Enjoy the start of the Bastille Day celebrations with Leopard’s Leap at the Fabulous French Fête. A celebration of French-inspired food, wine and music, the event offers a French75 cocktail on arrival, a starter to Frenchify your palate as well as a buffet of famous French staples like Boeuf Bourguignon, Coq au Vin and a Toulouse-inspired cassoulet.
Guests also have access to discounted prices on Leopard’s Leap wine, and a French patisserie counter with a wonderful selection of sweets and desserts.
Cost: R550 | BOOK HERE
When: 11 July 2025 | 5pm – 10pm
Where: Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards, R45, Main Road, Franschhoek
International Winter Wine Tasting
Experience a winter wine tasting of the Rhône Valley, stretching from the Swiss Alps to the Mediterranean, hosted by Vergelegen Estate’s sommelier, Christo Deyzel.
This tasting includes a line-up of 7 wines showcasing the region’s style and grape varieties. Wines from JL Chave, St. Cosme, Chapoutier and Allain Graillot will be tasted among other producers.
Tickets include a glass of Vergelegen Cap Classique, canapes on arrival and the tutored tasting of 7 International wines.
Cost: R750 | BOOK HERE
When: 31 July 2025 | 5.30pm – 8pm
Where: Vergelegen Wine Estate, Lourensford Rd, Somerset West, Cape Town
Under the Atrium Wine Party
Ex Animo Wine Co, a passionate team of wine distributors and merchants, are hosting an epic winter wine event featuring more than 40 wine producers and over 200 wines.
Guests are invited to discover new wines from curated brands from around the winelands. This event is a chance to meet the talented people behind the labels and enjoy a fantastic Saturday evening out with friends.
Cost: R595 | BOOK HERE
When: 2 August 2025 | 4pm – 8pm
Where: The Palms Centre, Sir Lowry Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town
Taste of Terroir 2025
Taste of Terroir offers a cosy, curated evening of red wine, live music, and celebration at Loch Lynne, featuring wines from across the Durbanville Wine Valley.
Each ticket includes the opportunity to taste red wines from nine Durbanville producers, poured by winemakers; live music by Emile Swiegers and three seasonal canapés by Kos Kouture, caterers for one-of-a-kind events.
After the event, tuck into dinner at one of the lovely restaurants that Durbanville has to offer, such as The Farm Eatery at Diemersdal or Wilde Vy Bistro at Hooggelegen Farm.
Cost: R300 | BOOK HERE
When: 8 August 2025 | 5pm – 8pm
Where: Loch Lynne Wine Estate, Koeberg Road, Durbanville, Cape Town
TOPS Constantia’s ‘Stoep’ Tasting: Delaire Graff Estate
TOPS Constantia (Alphen) presents ‘Stoep’ tastings – a series of tasting events that happen on the stoep in The Old Constantia Village to celebrate the stories and the makers of great products.
This edition of ‘Stoep’ tastings features Delaire Graff Estate, a destination devoted to beauty in its many forms. Guests are taken thought a variety of wines from the esteemed winemakers, and can enjoy discussion and light refreshments after the tasting experience.
Cost: R280 | BOOK HERE
When: 1 August 2025 | 6.30pm – 9pm
Where: TOPS Constantia, Shop 11 , Old Village Centre, Constantia Main Rd, Constantia, Cape Town
Winter Winemaker’s Dinner Series
The Farm Kitchen at Muratie Wine Estate plays host to a charming Winemaker Dinner Series, in which a five-course seasonal menu is served and a different wine varietal is spotlighted, to highlight the diverse range of the estate.
With roaring fireplaces, hearty seasonal dishes, and stories shared over exceptional wines, this is a celebration of flavour, heritage, and hospitality.
Cost: R995 | BOOK HERE
When: 25 July & 29 August 2025 | 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Where: Muratie Wine Estate, Knorhoek Rd, Koelenhof, Stellenbosch
Cap Classique Vertical Tasting
Join Danna de Jongh, Simonsig’s Cap Classique winemaker, for an intimate vertical tasting of bubbly brilliance – accompanied by perfectly matched canapés.
This intimate event offers guests the opportunity to compare different styles and expressions of Cap Classique over time, and celebrate the craftsmanship and timeless elegance behind Cap Classique.
Cost: R595 | BOOK HERE
When: 30 August 2025 | 9.30am
Where: Simonsig Family Vineyards Tasting Room, Kromme Rhee Rd, Stellenbosch, Cape Town
Fire and Wine Dinners at Brookdale Estate
Every Thursday evening, visit The Bistro at Brookdale Estate for their popular Thursday Fire and Wine Evenings. Diners will find executive chef Gary in his favourite spot behind the grill, while they sip a glass of wine and cosy up next to the central fireplace.
The theme changes weekly, with dishes ranging from burgers and chips to steaks, prawns and more, and a range of side dishes that may be added and billed as optional extras.
The relaxed mid-week dining experience centres around a delicious, uncomplicated grilled dish that is paired with a complimentary glass of wine.
When: Every Thursday | 6pm
Where: The Bistro at Brookdale Estate, Hawequa Bos Pad, Klein Drakenstein Road, Paarl
Simonsig Vintage Day 2025
Visit Simonsig’s much-loved Vintage Day, a heartwarming celebration of aged wines and timeless memories, dressed in the magic of Christmas in July. They’re unlocking their vintage wine vaults and inviting you to taste rare gems from the cellar, where each bottle telling a story of craftsmanship, character, and the passage of time.
Enjoy live music, a hearty winter meal, and a cellar journey through vintage Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Kaapse Vonkel, and more, guided by the winemakers and the Simonsig team, all included in the ticket price. The tasting room will be beaming with festive décor and cosy winter charm.
Cost: R395 | BOOK HERE
When: 26 July 2025 | 11am – 4pm
Where: Simonsig Family Vineyards Tasting Room, Kromme Rhee Rd, Stellenbosch, Cape Town
Stellenbosch Bordeaux Tasting Experience
Remhoogte Wine Estate is hosting an exclusive afternoon dedicated to Stellenbosch’s finest Bordeaux-style red blends. Guests will enjoy a three-course, open-fire lunch by Chef Shaun Scrooby and the team from VUUR, thoughtfully prepared with three curated wine flights. Each flight features two exceptional blends, presented personally by the winemakers themselves.
Each of these wines will be poured and personally presented by the winemakers themselves, who will be seated amongst guests to share their stories, philosophies, and the inspiration behind each blend.
Cost: R1500 | BOOK HERE
When: 26 July 2025 | 1pm
Where: Tasting Room, Remhoogte Wine Estate, R44, Stellenbosch
Spier’s Winter Wine & Soup Tasting
Escape the winter chill with a warming tasting through the season’s premiere flavours, pairing Spier’s award-winning wines with three hearty soups made from farm-fresh ingredients. Includes a sweet finale to round off the comforting experience.
The tasting cominations include Spier’s Creative Block 5 with White bean & truffle soup, the Seaward Chardonnay with Charred tomato soup, and the 21 Gables Pinotage with Pumpkin velouté.
Cost: R180 | BOOK HERE
When: Until 30 September 2025
Where: Spier Wine Tasting, Spier Wine Farm R310, Baden Powell Dr, Lynedoch, Stellenbosch
