Experts' Choice Award Groot Constantia
What the experts agree on
South Africa's oldest winery blends 17th-century history with acclaimed wine-tasting. The Cape Dutch manor house and national monument status draw crowds, but the storied wines—once favored by royalty—remain the real draw.
“The wine-growing estate of Groot Constantia was originally part of a much larger domain, created in the late 17C by the governor of the Cape on land granted by the Dutch East Indies Company.”
– Michelin Guide
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Simon van der Stel’s manor house, a superb example of Cape Dutch architecture, is maintained as a museum at Groot Constantia." Full review
Time Out "Through the years, the estate's wines have tickled the palates of kings and conquerors and had poets and authors waxing lyrical about their ambrosial eminence." Full review
Afar Magazine "The oldest winery in South Africa, Groot Constantia has a long history of producing some of the best wines in the world." Full review
Fodor's "The enormous complex enjoys the status of a national monument and is by far the most commercial and touristy of the wineries." Full review
Frommer's "Groot Constantia has become an essential stop for a mix of history and wine-tasting." Full review
Time Out "Established in 1685, Groot Constantia combines rich history with wine tasting, heritage attractions, and diverse dining options" Full review
National Geographic "Groot Constantia, the oldest wine farm in the country. Once you've had your dose of colonial history in the beautifully restored Cape Dutch homestead, it'd be rude not to taste the..."
National Geographic "In the southern suburb of Constantia is Groot Constantia, the oldest wine-producing estate in the country, located in the famed Constantia Valley. A tour through the Manor House, fitted..."
National Geographic "Constantia's gem, this seems like another world after the city's bustle. Beautifully restored 17th-century Cape Dutch homestead on this large wine estate is now a museum. Taste wine,..."
Lonely Planet "Stately Groot Constantia is the cradle of local winemaking history and produced the sweet wine Napoleon sipped on his deathbed"
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November 22, 2022
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Groot Constantia Estate | Groot Constantia Road, Constantia 8000 , South Africa
