South Africa's oldest wine region, just 20 minutes from Cape Town. Discover award-winning estates, world-class restaurants, and our expert-guided wine tours through the Constantia Valley.
Just 20 minutes from Cape Town's city centre, the Constantia Wine Route winds through a lush valley flanked by the Constantiaberg mountains. This is where South African wine began — Groot Constantia was established in 1685, making it the oldest wine-producing estate in the Southern Hemisphere.
Top Constantia Wine Estates
Groot Constantia (Est. 1685)
The historic heart of South African wine. Visit the Cloete Cellar Museum, taste their flagship Gouverneurs Reserve, and lunch at Jonkershuis or Simon's Restaurant. Tasting: R120 for 5 wines.
Klein Constantia — Home of Vin de Constance
This legendary sweet wine was favoured by Napoleon, King Louis Philippe, and Jane Austen (who mentioned it in Sense and Sensibility). A bottle of the current vintage costs around R700 — one of the world's great dessert wines.
Buitenverwachting
Known for their Christine Bordeaux blend and one of Cape Town's best fine-dining restaurants. The estate's name means "beyond expectation" — and it delivers.
Steenberg Estate
A 5-star hotel, championship golf course, and outstanding Sauvignon Blanc. Their Catharina's Restaurant is a culinary destination. Tasting: R100 for 5 wines.
Eagles Nest
Perched on the Constantiaberg, this smaller estate produces excellent Shiraz and Viognier. The views from the tasting room are spectacular.
Our Constantia Wine Tours
🍷 Constantia Half-Day Wine Tour — From R899
Visit 3 estates with tastings at each. Includes hotel pickup, certified wine guide, and cheese/charcuterie pairing. Perfect for a relaxed afternoon.
🍷 Constantia Food & Wine Pairing — From R1,699
Full-day gourmet experience: 3 wine tastings + multi-course lunch at one of the estates' acclaimed restaurants. Paired wines with each course.
🍷 Private Constantia & Kirstenbosch Combo — From R2,299
Morning at Kirstenbosch gardens, afternoon wine tasting at 2–3 Constantia estates. Private vehicle and flexible itinerary.
Where to Eat in Constantia
- La Colombe — Consistently ranked among the world's 50 best restaurants
- The Greenhouse at The Cellars — Elegant fine dining in a glass conservatory
- Bistro 1682 — Groot Constantia's modern bistro
- Buitenverwachting Restaurant — Country-elegant with estate views
Accommodation
- Steenberg Hotel & Spa — 5-star luxury on the wine estate (from R5,500/night)
- The Cellars-Hohenort — Member of Relais & Châteaux (from R6,000/night)
- Constantia Guest Lodge — Charming B&B with vineyard views (from R2,200/night)
"The Constantia wine tour was incredibly well organised. Three stunning estates, exceptional wines, and our guide's knowledge was extraordinary. Better than Stellenbosch — and so close to Cape Town!" — David & Gemma, London
