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Landmark: Eikendal VineyardsCity: Stellenbosch
Country: South Africa
Continent: Africa
Eikendal Vineyards, Stellenbosch, South Africa, Africa
Overview
Eikendal Vineyards sits in the heart of South Africa’s famed “Golden Triangle” wine region, tucked between Somerset West and Stellenbosch, where rows of sunlit vines stretch toward the mountains.Founded in 1981, the 76-hectare estate has stayed in the hands of the Saager family from Zürich ever since, its rows of vines stretching toward the horizon.At Eikendal’s Wine Tasting Experience, visitors can choose from several tasting options, including the Classic Tasting-five distinct wines that together paint a full picture of the vineyard’s craft.Express Tasting: a quick stop with three distinct wines, each poured fresh into your glass.From September through April, you can savor three distinct wines, each matched with a unique cheesecake-think creamy New York style, rich chocolate swirl, or tangy lemon.From May through August, enjoy a tasting that matches three distinct wines with hot, hand‑sized pizzas fresh from the oven.You can swing by the tasting room any day between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., but the doors stay shut on Mondays.It’s best to book ahead-especially for the pairing experiences-so you don’t miss out on a seat at the long oak table.Eikendal welcomes families with plenty to keep kids busy, from a playground with squeaky swings and a bright red slide to monkey bars and a sandy pit where little hands can dig for hours, all while parents relax and take in the view.On weekends from September to April, you can climb onto a rumbling tractor and ride through the estate for a small fee.Vineyard Walks: From Tuesday to Sunday, guests can wander the vine-lined paths, the air scented with ripe grapes, and soak in the quiet beauty of the estate.If you’d like to stay a little longer, Eikendal has a cozy guest house tucked between rows of sunlit vineyards.It’s the perfect chance to sink into the estate’s calm, where the soft rustle of leaves wraps around you.At Eikendal Vineyards, you can sip rich, velvety reds, then wander between rows of sunlit vines or join in family-friendly activities, making it a perfect spot for wine enthusiasts and kids alike.
