Springfontein Wine Estate

Springfontein Wine Estate At Springfontein we are not making our wines, we are supporting our vines to give birth to their kids ...SAWUBONA...
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We love the way Chenin Blanc and Pinotage grow on it, and with the help of the cool Atlantic breeze that comes up the Klein River Lagoon, we've got some special terroir here !

Since you liked the last one, we’re sharing another before-and-after picture to round off the week.Here, we showcase the...
12/06/2026

Since you liked the last one, we’re sharing another before-and-after picture to round off the week.

Here, we showcase the old main house entrance (now home to WORTELGAT Wine Dining) in 1996 and after its first modest transformation in 2000. For comparison, we’ve included the very same spots nearly 30 years later. Quite a bit of work happened along the way.

When we first came across the old farmhouse in 1995, it was completely run-down, with snakes inhabiting the roof. During the first years after acquiring the farm, the focus was on giving the main house some much-needed TLC while simultaneously planting our first vines and building and renovating the first accommodation units.

Back then, there was no cellar, no restaurant, and certainly no idea of what Springfontein would one day become. Just plenty of hard work, big dreams, and a fair amount of optimism.

Good old days.

Long before Springfontein became a wine estate, its story was already being written.In May 1798, the Scottish travel wri...
08/06/2026

Long before Springfontein became a wine estate, its story was already being written.

In May 1798, the Scottish travel writer and painter Lady Anne Barnard is believed to have passed through these lands on her journey from present-day Hermanus to Stanford, following the southern shores of the lagoon and the Klein River.

Springfontein itself was officially established on 1 June 1816, when the land was granted to Sir Johannes Andries Truter, then President of the Cape Supreme Court. The old farmhouse that still stands today (now home to our Wortelgat restaurant), as well as the old barn (now home to our ULUMBAZA Wine Bar(n)) is believed to be around 200 years old, with its carefully exposed stone walls quietly telling the story of generations past.

The estate takes its name from the bubbling spring ("spring" + "fontein") that rises in the north-eastern corner of the farm. While reliable water was abundant, farming the limestone-rich soils proved far more challenging. For decades, only small-scale livestock farming and modest onion and potato cultivation were possible.

Then, in 1983, all agricultural activity came to a halt.

What followed is the chapter that shaped the Springfontein we know today. Curious to find out more, visit: www.springfontein.co.za/about-us/

02/06/2026

It’s cruel, but it’s beautiful to see nature at work. The bird police were in full swing this afternoon, making sure the European starlings know who’s in charge of the vineyard. Hopefully the message spreads before next harvest season 😌🤭

And for anyone wondering: we love our birds and are incredibly proud of the diverse and unique ecosystem that thrives here. There are just a few species we appreciate a little less when the grapes start ripening: the European starling and the Cape bulbul, our resident grape thieves. 🍇🐦

Our Riverlodge sits quietly on the edge of the Klein River, opening up to wide, uninterrupted views of water, birdlife, ...
22/05/2026

Our Riverlodge sits quietly on the edge of the Klein River, opening up to wide, uninterrupted views of water, birdlife, and the soft curve of the valley beyond. Wake up to reflections on the river, spend slow mornings on your private balcony, and let the golden light do what it does best here—turn everything into stillness.

Inside, the suite blends understated comfort with a strong sense of place. It’s not about excess, but about being exactly where you’re meant to be: between limestone hills, vineyards, and water that never seems to rush. On display is our Riverview Suite 1, one of three suites in the Lodge.

What you can see is a pure expression of our Springfontein River Lodge—simple, grounded, and deeply connected to its landscape.

We are looking forward to see you!🥳
22/05/2026

We are looking forward to see you!🥳

Limestone in South Africa is exceptionally rare!Most South African vineyards are rooted in ancient granite, shale or san...
20/05/2026

Limestone in South Africa is exceptionally rare!

Most South African vineyards are rooted in ancient granite, shale or sandstone. True limestone soils (especially those rich in active calcium carbonate!) occur only in a few coastal pockets. That makes these sites something truly uncommon in a South African context.

Within our monopole ward "Springfontein Rim", this becomes more than geology; it becomes identity. Here, limestone-derived soils carry the imprint of ancient marine life, compressed over millions of years, still shaping the vineyard today. You can quite literally read ocean history in the rocks beneath the vines.

For the vine, limestone is a quiet architect.
It offers deep water buffering while maintaining excellent drainage, pushing roots downward in search of balance and stability. The calcium-rich environment naturally restrains vigour, often resulting in smaller berries, greater phenolic concentration, and a slow, even ripening.

And in the wine?
There is a signature of tension and precision. Bright natural acidity, fine structure, and a subtle saline edge that feels almost coastal in character. Not loud, but persistent.

Springfontein Rim shows how powerful this expression can be in a South African landscape dominated by very different soils. A reminder that terroir here is not only about climate, but also about rare fragments of ancient seabed brought back to life in the glass.

From stormy skies to sunshine skies ☀️After some heavy storms, we’re finally blessed with beautiful weather today — and ...
16/05/2026

From stormy skies to sunshine skies ☀️
After some heavy storms, we’re finally blessed with beautiful weather today — and the ULUMBAZA Wine Bar(n) is open as usual! 🍷
Come and treat yourself to good wine, good food, and a relaxed afternoon in the sun. The team is ready for you 😇

What a mad week it has been. Mother Nature truly showed her full force, and we sustained some significant damage across ...
16/05/2026

What a mad week it has been. Mother Nature truly showed her full force, and we sustained some significant damage across the farm. Thankfully, everyone is safe, the clean-up continues, and now it’s about looking ahead.

While the week started with chaos, it ended with some beautiful sunshine. Perfect conditions to dry our olives naturally in the sun. Instead of sharing pictures of destruction, we decided to rather show a glimpse of Mother Nature’s beautiful side.

From stormy skies to golden light — life on the farm never stands still.

The view that simply never gets old.Our vines overlooking the Klein River Valley, shaped by limestone soils, the Atlanti...
10/05/2026

The view that simply never gets old.
Our vines overlooking the Klein River Valley, shaped by limestone soils, the Atlantic Ocean, and the surrounding fynbos vegetation. On the opposite side, the mountains guard the valley and help create our cool-climate conditions.

This is our monopole ward: Springfontein Rim.

Tomorrow’s forecast calls for rain — which makes the barn fireplace, a glass of wine, and a hearty Boeuf Bourguignon sou...
09/05/2026

Tomorrow’s forecast calls for rain — which makes the barn fireplace, a glass of wine, and a hearty Boeuf Bourguignon sound even better.

Join us for a warm and relaxed Mother’s Day lunch surrounded by good food, good wine, and the crackling fire from every angle.

For the last-minute planners: we still have a few tables available for tomorrow.

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Address

8 Wortelgat Road
Stanford
7210

Opening Hours

Monday 11:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 11:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 11:00 - 21:00
Thursday 11:00 - 21:00
Friday 11:00 - 21:00
Saturday 11:00 - 21:00
Sunday 11:00 - 21:00

Telephone

+27 28 3410651

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