Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa Welcomes Winter with Its Wine Society Events
Set against the Helderberg mountains and surrounded by some of the Cape’s most acclaimed vineyards, Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa stands as one of the Winelands’ most refined retreats. This winter, the hotel invites wine enthusiasts to experience its Wine Society evening- a celebratory series of South African wine culture.
A signature feature of the winter social calendar, these intimate gatherings have become a favourite among returning guests and discerning locals alike, offering a welcoming setting in which to explore South Africa’s diverse wine landscape. Hosted monthly within the warm, inviting surrounds of Magnolia Social Dining Lounge – anchored by its glowing fireplace – the events bring together acclaimed winemakers, thoughtfully curated cuisine, and an atmosphere centred on social dining, discovery and connection.
Each event unfolds as a guided tasting led by the boutique hotel’s culinary team, alongside three featured winemakers and presenter Nick Plummer. Guests are invited to sample up to ten carefully selected wines over the course of the experience. The tastings are complemented by a thoughtfully curated menu designed to complement the wines on show, enhancing their individual flavour profiles, and conclude with a dessert course to round off the evening on a memorable note.
Priced at R495 per person, the Wine Society evenings are intentionally intimate, offering guests an experience that balances relaxed social dining with meaningful storytelling from the makers behind each bottle.
The June and July editions will spotlight an exceptional collection of acclaimed local producers, each bringing its own distinctive sense of place and winemaking philosophy to the table.
Thursday, 25 June 2026:
- Dornier Wine Estate – Elegant, terroir-driven wines showcasing the complexity and character of the Stellenbosch Golden Triangle.
- Mitre’s Edge Wine Estate – A boutique South African winery located between Paarl and Stellenbosch, known for handcrafted Bordeaux-style red wines and named after the nearby mitre-shaped mountain peaks.
- Sanniesrust Wines – A boutique label founded by Pieter van der Merwe, inspired by his Free State childhood home, producing authentic, experimental wines.
Thursday, 30 July 2026:
- Kleinhoekkloof – A family-owned, award-winning boutique wine and olive farm in the Langeberg Mountains, crafting expressive wines from exceptional small-batch vineyards with over a century of heritage.
- La Bri – Boasting a rich heritage as one of the original Huguenot farms granted in 1688, this Franschhoek winery is renowned for its award-winning wines and unique tasting experiences.
- Remhoogte – This family-run Stellenbosch winery on the Simonsberg foothills, crafts wines shaped by ancient soils, Atlantic winds, and a legacy of heritage and sustainability.
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa’s Wine Society evenings continue to offer one of the Winelands’ most engaging winter experiences, thoughtfully curated and deeply social, these evenings offer a rare opportunity to learn, connect and discover new favourites in a setting that’s sure to add a little fun to your winter calendar.
Additional Wine Society evenings will continue throughout the season on the following Thursdays: 27 August, 17 September and 29 October 2026.
Seats are limited to 35 per event so booking is essential.
For bookings or enquiries, please visit the hotel website or contact hotel@erinvale.co.za or call +27 21 847 1160.
About Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa
Located in Somerset West in the Helderberg region of the Cape Winelands, Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa offers a five-star retreat defined by historic charm, contemporary interiors and exceptional hospitality. Set against a backdrop of mountains and vineyards, the estate provides an elegant and tranquil base from which to explore the surrounding winelands.
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