Thelema Mountain Vineyards

Thelema Mountain Vineyards A family owned and managed wine estate at the top of the spectacular Helshoogte Pass in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Home to Thelema and Sutherland wines.
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Gyles Webb bought Thelema, a charming dilapidated fruit farm, in 1983 with the help of his wife’s family. Fruit orchards were pulled out and vines were planted. The manor house was restored and the first wines under the Thelema label were released in 1988. The ripe pure-fruited wines were a revelation to many and it wasn’t long before the romantic tale of a run-down old fruit farm became the succe

ss story of an avant-garde winery. By the mid 90′s Thelema’s wines sold out within a month after release, making it one of the most sought-after wine estates in South Africa. Thelema is, as far as we’re concerned, one of the most beautiful places on earth with great old oak trees, spectacular mountain views and colourful, noisy peacocks. Situated at the top of the Helshoogte Pass with elevations that range between 370 to 640 meters above sea level and mainly south-facing slopes, it is also one of the highest and coolest estates in the area. The high altitude and the deep red soils are ideal for premium quality wine grape production. We do not buy in any grapes and all wines are bottled on the estate to maintain absolute control over every aspect of the wine production. The terroir in combination with Gyles Webb’s wine making style result in flavourful, flamboyant, complex and long-lasting wines with a distinctive South African character. In 2000, Gyles moved into the role of cellar master and handed over the winemaking duties to the talented Rudi Schultz (one of the famous Schultz winemaking brothers). We hope you enjoy our wines and it would be a pleasure to welcome you at Thelema for a chat and a taste of our latest release.

Stoep Tasting Day 2: A bright sunny day with a very special food & wine pairing with our legendary motto “do what thou...
30/05/2026

Stoep Tasting Day 2: A bright sunny day with a very special food & wine pairing with our legendary motto “do what thou wilt” as theme. Cheers Nieu Bethesda!

Thomas & Elaine are in Nieu Bethesda for Stoep Tasting 2026. Day 1 was beautifully sunny, the perfect walk about weather...
28/05/2026

Thomas & Elaine are in Nieu Bethesda for Stoep Tasting 2026. Day 1 was beautifully sunny, the perfect walk about weather. Open until Saturday evening, enjoy the crisp whites in the sun and The Abbey once the evening’s chill arrives.

As always, only a pleasure to be a part of Stoep Tasting OG weekend 2026 — thanks Rose & Gordon

Big excitement… Thelema is soon to be found on the LivingRoom at Summerhill Estate’s wine list. Amazing when synergies a...
24/05/2026

Big excitement… Thelema is soon to be found on the LivingRoom at Summerhill Estate’s wine list. Amazing when synergies align to sustainably create and celebrate the incredible land we live on in South Africa.

Perfect timing ⏱️ Thelema x Stirlings @ The Ibis, Nieu BethesdaJoin us on Friday 29th May on the OG Stoep Tasting weeken...
18/05/2026

Perfect timing ⏱️
Thelema x Stirlings @ The Ibis, Nieu Bethesda
Join us on Friday 29th May on the OG Stoep Tasting weekend at Stirlings for a Thelema x Stirlings Karoo Food & Wine Experience

Seating is limited — contact Barbara for reservations on 072 110 6254

Join for this jolly winter’s get together in the spirit of South African food & wine in the Karoo 🇿🇦 🌾

The highlight of our annual local wine shows: The Original Stoep Tasting in Graaff-Reinet & Nieu Bethesda 28-30 May. The...
17/05/2026

The highlight of our annual local wine shows: The Original Stoep Tasting in Graaff-Reinet & Nieu Bethesda 28-30 May. Thelema’s stoep is in Nieu Bethesda & Thomas Webb, our MD & owner’s son, cannot wait to welcome you all for a true taste of Thelema in the Karoo. 🍷🍇
Get your tickets now on Karoo Wine Club’s website: https://www.greatwineweekends.com/events/stoep-tasting-28-30-may-2026-original/

The Cape of Storms as we haven’t seen for a very long time. Our tasting room will be closed Tuesday, May 12th with the c...
11/05/2026

The Cape of Storms as we haven’t seen for a very long time. Our tasting room will be closed Tuesday, May 12th with the continued stormy conditions. You’re welcome to reach out via DM or email [email protected]
If all goes well, we’ll be happy to welcome everyone back for tasting on Wednesday 13th.

Keep safe & warm everyone 🫶🏻

Seeing some ladies behind the Thelema table for a change. Pouring to Hoedspruit trade customers, what a great turn out m...
11/05/2026

Seeing some ladies behind the Thelema table for a change. Pouring to Hoedspruit trade customers, what a great turn out meeting lodge owners, managers & sommeliers. Looking forward to hosting many guests on safari in the months to come 🦒🐘🦓🐆🦏🐊🦛

Our tasting room will be closed on Monday, 11th of May due to the storms predicted. Please DM for enquiries or call Maia...
10/05/2026

Our tasting room will be closed on Monday, 11th of May due to the storms predicted.
Please DM for enquiries or call Maia 079 289 6871 for any additional assistance. Alternatively e-mail the tasting room regarding reservations at [email protected]
We will re-open and welcome you for tasting from Tuesday, 12 May.

With love from Team Thelema.

Always great to have visit Thelema to taste our wines with Rudi and Thomas for his annual South African wine report. ...
28/03/2026

Always great to have visit Thelema to taste our wines with Rudi and Thomas for his annual South African wine report.

Highlight of the year thus far. Last week’s Chardonnay vintage tasting on the farm hosting 36 wine club & Thelema enthus...
24/03/2026

Highlight of the year thus far. Last week’s Chardonnay vintage tasting on the farm hosting 36 wine club & Thelema enthusiasts. Exceptional to experience vintages from ‘04 to ‘23. Very insightful to taste our transition from cork to screw cap and the maturation influence. Thelema Chardonnay is evolving —Watch this space.

Address

Helshoogte Pass
Stellenbosch
7690

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 10:00 - 15:00

Telephone

+27218851924

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