November 18, 2024
Last Updated: Nov 18, 2024 At Cavalli, every wine tells the story of its unique growing conditions. Whether in the form of a crisp, fresh Chenin […]
November 18, 2024
Last Updated: Nov 18, 2024 This festive season, Cavalli Estate invites you to celebrate Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve in true culinary grandeur. Set against […]
November 15, 2024
Last Updated: Nov 15, 2024 Fifteen years ago, Jerome Smith had a vision—a dream not just for retirement, but one that was fueled by ambition and […]
October 28, 2024
A Fun Q&A with Winemaker Rianie Strydom on What Makes Our Wines Unique Last Updated: Oct 28, 2024 To give you a closer look behind the […]
October 16, 2024
Last Updated: Oct 16, 2024 Step into a world where food is more than just a meal—it’s a memory in the making. At Cavalli Estate, one […]
September 25, 2024
Discovering Nature Through Art Last Updated: Sep 25, 2024 Wherever Jeanne Hugo van Merwe goes, you can be sure she has paper by her side. Whether […]
September 3, 2024
Last Updated: Sep 3, 2024 We are thrilled to announce that Cavalli Estate’s flagship Bordeaux blend, the Warlord, has been awarded an impressive 95-point rating from […]
August 29, 2024
Last Updated: Aug 29, 2024 Get ready to celebrate the beauty of nature for an unforgettable Garden Week Event! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity you […]
August 22, 2024
Redesigning Elegance: Cavalli’s New Wine Labels Reflect a Decade of Passion and Precision After a decade of refining our offering and meticulously seeking opportunities to elevate […]
July 29, 2024
Discover the untold story of three extraordinary women redefining event excellence in the Winelands Join us as we delve into the captivating story of how these […]
July 4, 2024
A Journey Through Taste Nestled in the picturesque Stellenbosch region of South Africa lies Cavalli Estate, a culinary gem known for its exquisite wines, stunning views, […]
June 7, 2024
The Warlord Blend: Unleashing Bordeaux Brilliance The Warlord Blend is nothing short of exceptional. Named to embody the very essence of power and prestige this Bordeaux-style […]
June 5, 2024
Crafting Excellence: The Inspiring Stories of Rianie & Louis Strydom In the world of South African wine, passion and dedication are the hallmarks of true greatness. […]
May 24, 2024
An Evening of Enchantment: With Rianie and Louis Strydom Prepare to be swept away by an evening of awe-inspiring wines and the captivating stories behind them. […]
May 23, 2024
Raise Your Glass: Join Us for the #DrinkChenin Festival 2024 Discover the allure of South Africa’s beloved Chenin Blanc at the annual #DrinkChenin Festival, taking place […]
May 20, 2024
The Timeless Elegance of Chardonnay: A Journey Through Flavour and Versatility Last Updated: May 20, 2024 Chardonnay has long held a revered position in the world […]
April 30, 2024
From Pizza Nights to Fine Dining – Enhance Every Moment with Cavalli Shiraz Last Updated: Apr 30, 2024 Calling all wine enthusiasts and epicureans! Get ready […]
April 30, 2024
Treat Mom to an Unforgettable 6-Course Dining Experience this Mother’s Day Last Updated: Apr 30, 2024 This Mother’s Day, treat your mom to an unforgettable dining […]
April 15, 2024
Winter Wonderland: Culinary Adventures at Cavalli Estate Last Updated: Apr 15, 2024 As the chill of winter settles in, we’re thrilled to unveil our latest culinary creations […]
April 5, 2024
Art, Wine, and Adventure: A Journey Through Cavalli Estate’s Winter Wonderland Last Updated: Apr 5, 2024 Welcome to the enchanting world of Cavalli Estate, where winter […]
March 25, 2024
Embarking on a New Chapter: Cavalli Introduces the Reserve White 2023 The iconic Cavalli ‘Cremello’ has long been recognised as a frontrunner in South Africa’s white […]
March 25, 2024
Easter Extravaganza: A Weekend of Indulgence at Cavalli Estate Last Updated: Mar 25, 2024 Embark on an unforgettable Easter weekend adventure at Cavalli Estate, where a […]
February 22, 2024
Exploring the Delightful Harmony of Chardonnay: A Perfect Pairing Guide Chardonnay pairs well with lighter dishes such as corn on the cob, creamy chicken pastas, grilled […]
January 30, 2024
Elevating Your Dining Experience with Cavalli Capriole Cap Classique Enhance your dining experiences by showcasing the perfect matches between various foods and Cavalli Capriole Cap Classique. […]
January 25, 2024
Last Updated: Jan 25, 2024 Celebrate love in style at Cavalli Estate this Valentine’s Day with specially curated packages to treat you and your special someone. Whether […]
December 5, 2023
Indulge in the ultimate culinary experience with our exquisite 8-course chef set menu as we bid farewell to the year 2023. Last Updated: Dec 5, 2023 […]
November 22, 2023
A Toast to the Exquisite Legacy of Our Chardonnay Crafting a fine wine is a labor of love, and our winemaking team has poured their knowledge […]
November 22, 2023
Last Updated: Nov 22, 2023 After 10 years of tireless effort and dedication towards the goal of achieving an Eat out award, Cavalli is proud to be […]
October 31, 2023
November Spotlight During November, we pay tribute to the Cavalli men, honouring their unique superpowers while recognising their strength, compassion, and unwavering support. Explore the individuals […]
October 3, 2023
Reflecting on the past Lauren Smith, owner and Managing Director of Cavalli Estate reflects on 10 significant milestones over the past decade managing Cavalli Estate. As […]
September 15, 2023
Last Updated: Sep 15, 2023 The menu features a delectable selection of dishes that are sure to tantalise your taste buds. It starts with a variety of […]
August 29, 2023
Are you an unoaked, oaked, or “Anything but Chardonnay” kind of wine drinker? Let’s break down the differences between the styles, and give you a peek […]
August 29, 2023
Last Updated: Aug 29, 2023 Cavalli Wine Safari with Cape Town Helicopters The Cavalli Cape Town Helicopters flight package includes a private helicopter flight to and […]
August 3, 2023
Cavalli Estate welcomes Rianie Strydom as Head winemaker. A graduate of the University of Stellenbosch, Rianie comes with a wealth of experience. She worked a vintage […]
June 30, 2023
Last Updated: Jun 30, 2023 There’s nothing quite like cosying up by a fireplace during these chilly winter days. Cavalli is the perfect place to enjoy […]
January 31, 2023
“In Heed | Here, I exhibit charcoal drawings of three animal species that soon will no longer inhabit the earth. They are the African Wild Dog […]
January 31, 2023
Chardonnay is well-known as the “King of whites” – and rightfully so. This well-loved wine is deservedly popular due to its high quality and refined elegance. […]
November 17, 2022
Cavalli Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 wins top 10 in Prescient Cabernet Sauvignon Report 2022. Cavalli’s Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 has been awarded 95 points and placed 2nd in […]
October 6, 2022
Garden Week in the Stellenbosch Winelands “Beauty surrounds us, but usually we need to be walking in a garden to know it.” – Rumi With the […]
September 8, 2022
New Wines, New Labels The adage goes; change is as good as a holiday – and as the 10-year anniversary of Cavalli creeps closer, we’re using […]
August 3, 2022
“Here’s to strong women. May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them.” Cavalli Estate is proud to have created a workplace where […]
August 3, 2022
Founder, managing director, architect, a true aesthete in every sense and very recently, ‘mother’ – it has been a busy ten years for Lauren Smith, with […]
July 18, 2022
Chef Lucas Carstens delights our guests with unforgettably delicious dishes inspired by fresh ingredients and nature. In this blog, you will learn more about his background, […]
July 7, 2022
Last Updated: Jul 7, 2022 This winter, treat yourself to unforgettable culinary experiences with our restaurant specials at Cavalli Estate. Winter Special Join us for […]
June 2, 2022
Last Updated: Jun 2, 2022 “We need the tonic of wildness…At the same time that we are earnest to explore and learn all things, we require […]
April 21, 2022
1) When did you first become interested in becoming a winemaker? I come from a family with a great appreciation for wine. I always loved the […]
February 10, 2022
Last Updated: Feb 10, 2022 AWARD-WINNING ESTATE, Cavalli , welcomes families on the lawn of their beautifully manicured garden and invites them to indulge in their limited […]
January 20, 2022
We are pleased to announce that the Cavalli team has welcomed our new winemaker, Malie McGregor. Located on the edge of the Berg River between the mountain range of Paarl, Malie grew up on a fresh-cut herb farm, where both her parents are born and bred farmers.
December 7, 2021
Last Updated: Dec 7, 2021 The festive season is here again, so we have carefully prepared the perfect dishes to delight you and your loved ones […]
December 7, 2021
Last Updated: Dec 7, 2022 Enjoy the festive season with us by purchasing one of our available gift boxes. The Colt Cabernet Sauvignon Gift Box […]
November 19, 2021
We are excited to announce Chenin Blanc Filly 2020 has stood out this year, winning awards at this year’s prestigious Winemag.co.za Prescient Top 20 Wines SA […]
October 26, 2021
At Cavalli Estate, we aim to produce intriguing and sustainable wines of superior quality. Each one of our wines, red and white, are passionately crafted with […]
September 17, 2021
We are proud to share that Cavalli Estate was recently inducted into the WWF Conservation Champions programme, making us the fiftieth wine farm to receive this […]
January 1, 2021
UPDATE: Due to new level 3 regulations: – Winetasting closed for duration of ban. – Extended lunch hours from 12:00 to 18:30. – Please continue to […]
December 22, 2020
A reminder of our operating hours over the festive season for our wine tasting, art gallery and boutique: 24 December: 10h00 – 18h00 25 December: ONLY […]
December 18, 2020
December 17, 2020
Picture perfect in the Conservatory ✨ We have a number of incredible event spaces at Cavalli Estate, to suit your exact needs and vision for your […]
December 3, 2020
Congratulations to Andre De Kock for winning our Wine Club Membership giveaway and a very big thank you to everyone who signed up. Wine Club
November 16, 2020
Last Updated: Nov 16, 2020 Join us on Friday, 11 December at 18h30, for Somerset Fresh Fine Wine Dinner at Cavalli Estate. Enjoy for a four-course […]
November 5, 2020
Last Updated: Nov 5, 2020 A reminder of our incredible #ThursdaySpecial, which has been extended to dinner as well as lunch. Join us every Thursday for […]
November 3, 2020
Last Updated: Nov 3, 2020 We are so pleased to announce that our Cavalli Boutique has reopened – and just in time for the festive season. Looking […]
October 22, 2020
Last Updated: Oct 22, 2020 Looking for the perfect weekend plans? Join us for a delicious lunch and enjoy the warmer weather in the Winelands, on […]
October 18, 2020
Last Updated: Oct 18, 2020 Sign up to the Cavalli Wine Club before 30 November and stand a chance to win a case of our Pink […]
October 14, 2020
Last Updated: Oct 14, 2020 All-inclusive wedding package for up to 50 guests R100 000 incl VAT (Valued at R165 000 incl VAT) Available dates between […]
October 9, 2020
How stunning was this setup created by Warren-Stone Weddings for Brittain & Wesley’s perfect day in our sunken garden at Cavalli Estate Contact our events team […]
October 6, 2020
If you haven’t heard yet we have moved our wines online and the process couldn’t be easier…all you have to do is click, shop and then […]
October 1, 2020
Last Updated: Oct 1, 2020 Boutique Wedding Package All-inclusive package for up to 50 guests R100 000 incl VAT (Valued at R165 000 incl VAT) (available […]
October 1, 2020
The perfect setting for any occasion. Contact our events team on events@cavalliestate.com for more information. Venue: @CavalliEstate Photography: Jani B Photography Repost: @ Nicola Jane Weddings […]
September 28, 2020
Last Updated: Sep 28, 2020 “Spring is my favourite time, with amazing fresh produce on the menu that’s grown in our estate garden: peas, broad beans, tender […]
September 1, 2020
Last Updated: Sep 1, 2020 The Cavalli Wine & Dine Club is a family of wine connoisseurs and foodies that share a passion for our brand. […]
August 17, 2020
August 13, 2020
Last Updated: Aug 13, 2020 Buy two cases of any premium wine & automatically qualify for Cavalli Estate’s Wine Club membership. Membership entitles you to a […]
August 2, 2020
Last Updated: Aug 2, 2020 Buy two cases of any premium wine (Capriole, Cremello, Warlord, Colt, Filly and Foal) and automatically qualify for Cavalli’s Wine Club […]
July 17, 2020
Last Updated: Jul 17, 2020 Enjoy Cavalli Estate business luncheon special in the Wineland’s most exclusive meeting space, the conservatory. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Our business luncheon special […]
June 24, 2020
Last Updated: Jun 24, 2020 Swipe through to view our various menu options and contact our team on office@cavalliestate.com to book. ⠀ ⠀ • Bookings close […]
June 9, 2020
Last Updated: Jun 9, 2020 “This feted stud and wine farm, with its waterside restaurant, is offering heavenly three-course dinners and indoor picnics for enjoyment at […]
June 4, 2020
Last Updated: Jun 4, 2020 It’s nearly been a week since #LockdownSA has moved into level 3 and we couldn’t be happier to be sharing our […]
June 3, 2020
Last Updated: Jun 4, 2020 We have some really exciting news! Cavalli Estate will be open from today onwards for wine sales ???? ⠀ 10h00 – […]
May 29, 2020
Last Updated: May 29, 2020 We have some great news for our Food and Wine lovers! ✨????⠀ ⠀ Cavalli Estate wine sales will be open on […]
May 20, 2020
May 18, 2020
Last Updated: May 18, 2020 “Buy two cases of any Premium Range wine and automatically qualify for Wine Club membership, and receive a 20% discount and […]
May 9, 2020
Last Updated: May 9, 2020 A reminder of our special offer which will be available to interested Cavalli Wine Club Members only, during #SALockdown. As you may […]
April 30, 2020
“Filly Chenin Blanc, now in its third vintage at Cavalli Estate, has really cemented itself as a force to be reckoned with within our portfolio of […]
April 9, 2020
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March 5, 2020
We are so pleased to announce that Cavalli Estate is currently #2 on TripAdvisor. ⠀ ⠀ Thank you to all our guests who have taken the […]
February 13, 2020
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January 13, 2020
The perfect setting for that hard earned sundowner or a pre-dinner drink on our beautiful terrace. ⠀ ⠀ Contact our restaurant team on restaurant@cavalliestate.com to book […]
January 1, 2020
December 16, 2019
Last Updated: Dec 16, 2019 Win a Three-Course Lunch + Wine For Two at Cavalli Estate Worth R2 000 “One lucky reader stands the chance of […]
December 2, 2019
Last Updated: Dec 2, 2019 Head Chef Michael Deg believes in serving delicious, fresh, whole foods prepared in a way that honours the season – and […]
December 1, 2019
Thank you to all who joined us for the opening of “Do not go gentle into that good night”, a solo exhibition by Justin Southey, which […]
November 14, 2019
Cavalli Estate Gallery is proud to present “do not go gentle into that good night”, a solo exhibition by Justin Southey. Please join us for the opening […]
November 11, 2019
WOW!!! This is how you arrive at your wedding in Cape Town at Cavalli Estate. Video by Agapé Studio. Photo & Video Productions. Bride preparation venue and pick […]
November 6, 2019
The lovely ladies behind all the wedding magic at Cavalli Estate. Meet Shèna & Jodi, who are responsible for creating some rather special memories for so […]
October 31, 2019
Dream Wedding earlier this year at Cavalli Wine Estate for our couple. All the Planning took place via email & skype with our couple who who […]
October 24, 2019
Cavalli Restaurant has been voted as one of the best fine dining restaurants in the Trip Advisor Travellers Choice Awards.
October 17, 2019
Last Updated: Oct 17, 2019 Horticulturalist supremo Keith Kirsten designed Cavalli Estate‘s resplendent indigenous gardens in 2013 and continues to keep a watchful eye on the […]
September 29, 2019
Our sunken garden is the perfect setting for your special outdoor vows & is the perfect wedding venue in Stellenbosch. The formal, hedged space situated right […]
September 18, 2019
Thank you to all who joined us for the opening of BORDERLESS, a solo exhibition. In this exhibition, Rodan Kane Hart explores experiential structures and sculptures. […]
September 17, 2019
Last week Friday saw the glamorous awards evening of Africa’s largest drinks competition – the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards. We are so pleased to […]
September 11, 2019
Chenin Blanc was also the star of the show at a tasting at Cavalli family cellar in the golden triangle of the Helderberg. An architectural showcase […]
September 5, 2019
We are so pleased to announce that Cavalli Estate has been lauded by respected British Master of Wine, Tim Atkin with the release of his much-anticipated […]
April 24, 2019
Last Updated: Apr 24, 2019 Our Cavalli Restaurant Head Chef Michael Deg, Arno Carstens & The Food Fox have all teamed up to bring us something rather special via VIA TV on Wednesday, […]
April 24, 2019
✨⠀The perfect pairing to a long weekend, our 2016 Cremello is a well balanced and complex wine showcasing the best from each varietal. Beautiful oak integration […]
April 16, 2019
Review this article titled “8 restaurant views that remind us how beautiful South Africa truly is” This beautiful place that we get to call home. Thank […]
March 1, 2019
Last Updated: Mar 1, 2019 Cavalli Estate Equestrian Tours now free to the public ? ⠀ Please note that due to popular demand, we will now be hosting our […]
February 28, 2019
We are so pleased to announce that our Foal has been nominated for the “People’s Choice – Wine Label Design awards 2019“. Follow the link below […]