Delaire Graff Estate
Private Dining, Celebrations & Events | Delaire Graff Estate
Delaire Graff Estate is a luxury estate located atop the Helshoogte Pass in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. It offers a sophisticated setting for private dining, celebrations and events, combining hospitality, cuisine, wine, art and wellness. The estate features a variety of elegant venues with panoramic views of the Cape Winelands, including intimate dining rooms and terraces.
The estate's dining options include Delaire Graff Restaurant with bistro fare and valley views, Hōseki serving contemporary Japanese cuisine, and Lorenzo’s Italian Restaurant offering antipasti, wood-fired pizzas and handmade pasta. Wine tasting experiences are a highlight, hosted in an art-filled Wine Lounge showcasing an award-winning portfolio from one of the world’s most prestigious wineries.
Guests can also enjoy luxury lodging in garden and superior lodges, some with private pools and views of Table Mountain, as well as spa treatments and exclusive offers. Reviews frequently mention the stunning scenery, well-maintained gardens, impressive architecture, and knowledgeable staff, though some note a commercial atmosphere in certain experiences. Overall, Delaire Graff Estate provides a refined and versatile venue for special occasions in a remarkable natural setting.
Set atop the Helshoogte Pass in Stellenbosch, Delaire Graff Estate is a luxury Cape Winelands destination that brings together hospitality, cuisine, wine, art and wellness. Created by diamantaire Laurence Graff OBE, the estate is known for flawless service and breathtaking mountain and valley views. It offers dedicated spaces for private dining and events, alongside acclaimed restaurants, an award-winning winery, serene spa and designer boutiques.
For celebrations and private gatherings, the estate invites guests to discover the perfect venues in which to host a special event. Settings range from intimate dining rooms to terraces that take in panoramic vistas, all crafted with exceptional attention to detail. Each space reflects the estate’s signature elegance and is supported by a team focused on delivering a polished experience in a remarkable natural setting.
The dining portfolio provides distinctive culinary backdrops for occasions. Delaire Graff Restaurant pairs creative bistro fare with magnificent Banghoek Valley views from its terrace and exquisitely crafted interiors. Hōseki presents contemporary Japanese cuisine with an evocative menu set against the iconic outline of Table Mountain. Lorenzo’s Italian Restaurant offers an intimate atmosphere surrounded by beautifully bold flora and fauna, with an array of antipasti, wood fired pizzas and handmade pasta. Together, these restaurants offer varied styles for private dining and celebratory meals.
Wine is central to the experience. Ranked one of the most prestigious wineries in the world, Delaire Graff crafts an award winning portfolio that showcases a long, slow ripening season and unique terroir. Tutored Wine Tasting Experiences are hosted in the art filled Wine Lounge, a reimagined space designed to evoke wonder with opulent interiors by the David Collins Studio and contemporary artworks from Laurence Graff’s private collection. These tastings add a distinctive Cape Winelands dimension to event itineraries and private celebrations.
For multi day occasions or a luxurious retreat around an event, the estate’s lodges and villa offer privacy and comfort. Garden Lodges and Luxury Lodges are generous one bedroom spaces with private pools, with the Luxury Lodges enjoying views of Table Mountain. Superior Lodges feature a heated pool and private deck. Presidential Lodge 1 is a spacious two bedroom option with pool, living area and a private deck with Table Mountain views, while Presidential Lodge 2 offers two bedrooms with a pool, private deck, living room and vistas of the Simonsberg. The Owner’s Villa is a two level, four bedroom architectural centrepiece with an infinity pool and a private chef, ideal for those seeking an exclusive residential style stay.
Wellness is woven into the estate experience. The Delaire Graff Spa is an inviting sanctuary devoted to complete physical and spiritual wellbeing, inspired by the beauty and serenity of the surrounding landscape. Guests can choose from luxurious skin treatments, massages, body therapies and curated spa packages, making it a restorative complement to event programmes and celebratory stays.
Beyond dining and relaxation, the estate showcases craftsmanship and artistry. The boutiques celebrate hand workmanship and timeless elegance, including the only Graff store on the African continent alongside luxury clothing, fragrance and gifts. Inside and out, the property serves as a gallery for an extraordinary art collection, with more than 400 pieces handpicked by Laurence Graff awaiting discovery throughout the gardens and interiors. These elements create striking backdrops and inspiring spaces for photographs and memorable moments.
Located in the Cape Winelands approximately 50 minutes from Cape Town International Airport, Delaire Graff Estate offers a seamless blend of access and escape. The estate has been recognised for excellence, including two MICHELIN Keys acknowledging an experience of distinction. For private dining, intimate celebrations and elevated events in Stellenbosch and the wider Western Cape, it provides a refined setting with world class hospitality, acclaimed cuisine, fine wine and a sense of place that is unmistakably South African.
Delaire Graff Estate offers a luxurious experience in a stunning setting, perfect for private dining and events. Guests can enjoy exceptional dining, wine tasting, and world-class hospitality tailored to their needs.
| Monday | 10:30 – 23:00 |
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| Tuesday | 10:30 – 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 – 23:00 |
| Thursday | 10:30 – 23:00 |
| Friday | 10:30 – 23:00 |
| Saturday | 10:30 – 23:00 |
| Sunday | 10:30 – 23:00 |
Helshoogte Rd, Stellenbosch, 7602
4.6 ★★★★★ 1362 reviews on Google
We went to this place for wine tasting and were absolutely blown away by how beautiful this place s!
All the staff s so pleasant and friendly!
I have no words to describe how stunning the vistas are. Apart from that there are many lovely art pieces scattered around.
I ended up just having ice cream sold at the entrance. They are quite cool about visitors just checking the place as well which s quite surprising.
Do not miss this place!!
It s an amazing refreshing, beautiful place. The scenery s awesome… The greenery s mind blowing. I loved the red wine. I didn’t quite like the white wine. The Delaire Graff in general s breathtaking. The Ambience s 100/100😍
Delaire is an extraordinary wine farm. The gardens are manicured and stunning the view of the mountains from the gardens is breathtaking. The main building has several restaurants in it and s extremely busy . The building itself is a must see. It is visually pleasing, air conditioned and very well laid out. The restaurants are very expensive and so is the accommodation, but even at these prices the restaurants appeared full, mostly of young people.
Visually stunning estate with beautiful trees, gardens, and impressive architecture — but it feels more like a luxury shopping mall or art gallery than a winery.
We did the Icon Tasting, their most expensive and premium option, yet the experience s disappointing: overcrowded, overly commercial, and lacking authenticity. Staff interaction felt scripted and disengaged, with limited communication and no real passion or depth behind the wines.
The wines did not justify the pricing. It’s clear you’re paying for the spectacle — sculptures, buildings, and scale — rather than wine quality.
Worth visiting for the visuals, but not for serious wine tasting.
I don’t even know where to start, this winery s absolutely wonderful. During the wine tasting, there s a beautiful view, and even getting a short tour of the building s amazing. From the moment I stood in front of it, I could sense that this s the right place to visit for a wine tasting. I will definitely be back the next time I’m in Cape Town.
Phenomenal wine tasting with snacks, in an absolutely gorgeous setting. Our host, Sam, s delightful; incredibly knowledgeable about the wines, while ensuring the information s digestible and approachable. Would love to make a return visit!
Delaire Graff in Stellenbosch is absolutely stunning. The winery has a wide variety of wines, and the grounds with grape and olive trees are perfect for a scenic lk. The views are breathtaking, and the restaurant serves delicious food with a spectacular backdrop. Highly recommend for a relaxed and memorable visit.
Very beautiful and well maintained grounds where it’s pleasant to lk while iting for your table for tasting. We only ited about 10-15 minutes. The iters had good wine presentations, the wines themselves were also tasty and the snacks too.
Very unprofessional restaurant. Due to illness, we cancelled the reservation 12 hours in advance (instead of 24 hours, as you can't help it if you suddenly fall ill) and contacted the manager, Judy, to reschedule the reservation, as we had paid a deposit of 50 euros. We received no response for days. Finally, we had contac with Mark, who is also an manager. After several attempts, Mark promised, together with Judy, to contact us about the deposit. When we still did not receive a response from them, we contacted them several times. To this day, we have not heard anything from them.
Unfortunately, this is very disappointing. They are not helpful or understanding, and it appears that the restaurant is purely focused on money and profits. And that for two managers and a restaurant of this type...
Did a wine tasting with friends. Quite expensive, but worth it if you do it as a group. The restaurant area is magnificent and the views are lush and spectacular.
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