Delaire Graff Estate

Stellenbosch, South Africa

• No.79 The World's 50 Best Vineyards 2025

Positioned among majestic vineyards high above the picturesque Helshoogte Pass, Delaire Graff Estate is the exceptional retreat of legendary diamantaire Laurence Graff OBE. Renowned as the Jewel of the Cape Winelands, the estate features 16 luxurious lodges, each with a heated pool, along with the Owner's Villa, one of the most exclusive private residences in Southern Africa. Every facet of the estate – which includes three restaurants, a newly renovated wine‑tasting lounge, a spa and luxury boutiques, including the only Graff diamonds boutique on the continent – is surrounded by magnificent panoramic views. Beautiful grounds and gardens, planted with more than 350 native species, flourish and bloom throughout the year, interspersed with art and sculpture from Laurence Graff's personal collection, which continues indoors with over 400 works by many of Africa's most celebrated artists.

Key Information

• Opening times: Our elegant, art-filled Wine Lounge is open daily. Enjoy tutored wine tasting experiences, accompanied by elegant food platters, and sample exclusive vintages only available at Delaire Graff. Explore tasting options and opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 10h00 – 17h30 (last seating for tasting at 17h00) Sunday: 10h00 – 17h00 (last seating at 16H30) No vineyard and cellar tours are currently available.
• Signature wine: Delaire Graff Banghoek Chardonnay (white) The Laurence Reserve (red)
• Wines produced: Rosé, Red, White, Sparkling
• Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc
• Tasting options
• Cellar door
• Hidden gems: Renowned Art collection-over 400 pieces personally handpicked by Laurence Graff from his treasured collection. Works featured by Anton Smit, Dylan Lewis, Lionel Smit, Cecil Skotnes, Kendell Geers, Ndikhumbule Ngqinambi and William Kentridge Leopard’s Landing our highest vantage point – available exclusively to lodge guests to enable them to take in our majestic panoramic vistas 3. Private wine tasting in The Gallery – available exclusively to lodge guests 4. Only Graff boutique on the African continent, home to the most fabulous jewels in the world"
• Time from airport: 45 mins from Cape Town International Airport
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Location

Helshoogte Road, Banhoek, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7602