Western Cape Wine Estate
Bartinney Private Cellar
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At a glance
Region
Stellenbosch
Established
1912
From Cape Town
47 km
Tastings
Available
What you can do here
Principal cultivars
The inside track
The estate
Bartinney Private Cellar is a boutique, family-owned estate perched on the dramatic slopes of the Helshoogte Pass in the Banhoek Valley, renowned for its high-altitude vineyards and commitment to biodiversity.
Perched on the dramatic slopes of the Botmaskop alongside the Helshoogte Pass, overlooking the picturesque Banhoek Valley in Stellenbosch, Bartinney Private Cellar is a historic gem. Established in 1912 and owned by the Jordaan family since 1953, Bartinney is now passionately tended to by Rose and Michael Jordaan. Their vision is to create exceptional wines while reviving the charm of this historic land. At Bartinney, excellence in wine is not just a pursuit; it's a harmonious blend of agriculture with nature, people with animals, and sustainability with excellence.
Wine
With vineyards planted at 550m above sea level and slopes as steep as 45 degrees, Bartinney's old vines produce exceptional expression and character wines. Hand-tended Chardonnay vineyards on cooler elevated slopes yield perfect fruit, while Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards on the lower foothills of the Botmaskop mountains are meticulously cared for.
Dining
Indulge in sustainably produced, small-lot wines at the buzzing Bartinney Wine & Champagne Bar in central Stellenbosch. Sip on wine-friendly seasonal nibbles and share plates while relaxing in comfortable reclaimed armchairs or soaking in the atmosphere on the terrace. Admire the stunning light installation crafted from old Chardonnay vines and panoramic views printed on the wall, complemented by delicate light and shadows cast by native cape fynbos plants.
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Stay here
Stay at Bartinney Private Cellar
Bartinney’s restored self-catering vineyard guesthouses — Vineyard Cottage, The Loft, Candlewood Cottage and Wild Olive House — for stays of one to six guests (or all houses together) on Helshoogte Pass.
Explore accommodation at Bartinney Private Cellar
Bartinney Vineyard Cottage
2 bedrooms (1 kingsize; 1 twin) each with private entrance · kingsize room: full bathroom with walk-in shower and large bath; twin room: full bathroom · walk-in shower (kingsize bathroom)
Features
- Netflix
- full kitchen facilities including fridge-freezer
- kitchenette (twin room)
- private terrace with braai
- no aircon / central heating (WWF Conservation Champion)
Rates on request
The Loft
1 full bathroom with bath and walk-in shower
Features
- Netflix TV
- full kitchen facilities including fridge-freezer
- open-plan kitchen, living and dining space
- exposed beams and high ceilings
Rates on request
Candlewood Cottage
1 full bathroom with walk-in shower and bath
Features
- private entrance
- private terrace with braai
- fireplace
- full open-plan kitchen, dining and living area
- Netflix / streaming
Rates on request
Wild Olive House
1 kingsize room + 2 double rooms · 2 full bathrooms with walk-in shower and bath
Features
- private entrance
- private terrace with braai
- fireplace
- full open-plan kitchen, large dining and living area
- Netflix / streaming
- stand-alone house in the vines
Rates on request
More to explore
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Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Many estates welcome walk-ins for a casual tasting, but the popular experiences — guided cellar tours, food pairings and heritage tastings — book up fast, especially in season. We'll reserve everything for you as part of your tour.
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