Western Cape Wine Estate
Van Loveren
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At a glance
Region
Robertson
Established
1937
From Cape Town
146 km
Tastings
Available
What you can do here
Principal cultivars
The inside track
The estate
Van Loveren is a leading family-owned wine estate in the Robertson Valley, offering diverse experiences including wine tasting, food pairings, cellar tours, and outdoor activities.
Van Loveren has been in the Retief family since 1937 when Hennie Retief SNR bought the property in the Robertson Valley and named it after Christiena van Loveren, an ancestor of his new spouse, Jean van Zyl. Van Loveren has developed from humble beginnings to become South Africa’s leading family-owned winery, noted for consistency, award-winning wines, and innovation.
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About
Wine
Sweet wines and wine for brandy have been produced throughout the years. When Nico and Wynand joined Hennie in the 1970s, the winery was modernized and the first dry wines were produced – Colombar and Steen (Chenin blanc), which were quickly followed by the noble cultivars Sauvignon blanc and Chardonnay in the early 1980s. You can enjoy an informal tasting at their pods in their tasting room, or treat yourself to a leisurely meal and wine pairing platter on the balcony overlooking the garden.
Dining
Christina’s @ Van Loveren cafe, which specializes in thin-crusted, wood-fired pizzas, gourmet burgers, and a selection of seasonal chef’s specialities, allows you to enjoy your meal with a glass of your favourite Van Loveren wine under a shaded pergola. Everything on our menu is created from scratch right here in our kitchen. They take pleasure in using local ingredients and reducing food miles. Local musicians set the tone for a relaxed day on Sundays. Christina’s customers have access to free WiFi.
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Wine Tastings
Visitors to Van Loveren Estate can indulge in an informal wine tasting experience at their tasting room, where they have the option to enjoy tastings at individual pods. For a more leisurely experience, guests can opt for a relaxed food and wine pairing platter while taking in the scenic views from the deck overlooking the garden.
The estate offers a diverse range of wine pairings, including options such as chocolate and wine, cheese and wine, Almost Zero de-alcoholized wine with macaroons, a special kiddies pairing, and the Christiena Master tasting served in cultivar-specific Riedel glasses, among others. It's a versatile selection that caters to a variety of tastes and preferences, ensuring an enjoyable and personalized wine tasting experience.
Walks & Trails
Embark on the Fish Eagle hiking trail to explore untouched natural areas. This 7.5-kilometer biodiversity trail features informative signage and provides the chance to witness rare flora and fauna.
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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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