Western Cape Wine Estate
Old Road Wine Co.
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At a glance
Region
Franschhoek
Established
2018
From Cape Town
63 km
Tastings
Available
What you can do here
Principal cultivars
The inside track
The estate
Old Road Wine Co. is a Franschhoek-based winery that pays tribute to the valley's heritage of prized old vines and the historical characters who shaped the region.
Old Road Wine Co. celebrates the rich legacy of the Franschhoek Valley's ancient vineyards. These old vines have shaped a reputation for excellence across generations, and the winery pays tribute to this heritage with wines that tell the stories of the land, the people, and the history of winemaking in Franschhoek. Set on the old main road of the town, the winery stands as a testament to the traditions and legends that continue to inspire the wines crafted here today.
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About
Wine
Pepper Wind Vineyard lies beneath the Franschhoek Mountains, cooled by "cloudfall" and South Easterly winds, giving the wine its signature peppery notes. Stone Trail Vineyard, planted in 1982, is part of the Old Vine Project and produces a Certified Old Vine Chenin Blanc of intense concentration. Grand-mère Semillon, from vines planted in 1936, produces a textured wine reflecting the unique terroir and enduring spirit of these venerable vines.
Dining
Anemos Deck & Old Road Wine Co. Restaurant offers contemporary cuisine by Chef Reimond van der Walt with Franschhoek Mountain views and locally sourced daily specials. The Fat Man Restaurant serves artisanal sourdough pizzas from a wood-fired oven, plus seasonal dishes. The Farmyard offers wine and daily lunch specials under the trees overlooking vineyards and mountains.
Experiences
Wine Tasting — Single Vineyards and Elite tastings featuring Grand-Mère Semillon, Stone Trail Chenin Blanc, Pepperwind Syrah, Anemos Chenin Blanc, and 12 Mile Syrah. Quirky Popcorn Tasting — Juliette Sauvignon Blanc, Pardonnez-Moi Cinsaut, and The Butcher and Cleaver Cape Blend. Storytellers Tasting — The Smous Sauvignon Blanc, Le Courier Chenin Blanc, The Fat Man Pinotage, and The Anvil Shiraz. 12 Mile Wine Bar — sundowners, artisanal pizzas, and contemporary locally sourced dishes. The Smous Shop — wines and curated everyday-luxury items.
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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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