Weltevrede – Jonker Family Wine Estate, Robertson Wine Route
Weltevrede has been in the Jonker Family Wine Estate since 1912 and has since become an exclusive Chardonnay-only wine estate.
Since 1912 Lourens Jonker has been a pioneering figure in the South African wine industry and is a past chairman of KWV. His son, Phillip, runs the estate today and is well known as a Chardonnay specialist. His Chardonnay Cap Classique was chosen to be served to Premium Class passengers by South African Airways during the 2010 World Cup.
Weltevrede Cellar launched a new wine brand; Cape Wine Crafters which houses all Weltevrede wines that do not fall within the premium Chardonnay and Cap Classique offering of WELTEVREDE, wines such as Cherrychoc Merlot and Vanilla Chardonnay as well as some exciting new creations.
The estate boasts the following:
- Weltevrede tasting room with two new guided underground tours focusing on Chardonnay and Cap Classique with the option of making your own bottle of Cap Classique.
- Rose garden
- Heritage vines displayed on the Weltevrede premisses
- Kapokbos restaurant, named after an indigenous herb found in the veld in and around the estate
- Cape Wine Crafters tasting room
- Children’s play area and wooden walkway
- Wine sales for both Weltevrede and Cape Wine Crafters.
- Deli opening soon
The farm is situated near the town of Bonnievale in the Robertson Valley.
The estate is open for wine tasting at the following times:
Mondays – Saturdays 08h30 – 17h00
Tel: +27 23 616 2141
Email: reception@weltevrede.com
For more information visit: Weltevrede Jonker Family Wine Estate
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