Skilpadvlei Wine Estate
Stellenbosch - South Africa
Skilpadvlei is a family-owned wine farm on the M12 Polkadraai Road, about 9km from Stellenbosch. The farm takes its name from the colony of tortoises found in its vlei (wetland) in the 1800s and has been farmed by the Joubert family since 1917. Today, fourth generation winemaker Willie Joubert oversees 55 hectares of estate vineyards, from which all four Skilpadvlei wines are made.
Our Wines
Our wines embody the vibrant charm and complexity of our historic vineyard, exhibiting the balance and elegance of our terroir.
Wine Tasting
Indulge in a journey of the senses with our exquisite wine tasting experience for the whole family!
Restaurant
Skilpadvlei Restaurant offers an extensive menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Unique experiences, pleasant sensations.
Weddings
You will find a welcoming ambience with its unique look and feel, flair and elegance for your special day.
Functions
Skilpadvlei's event spaces are suited to small meetings, private events and gala dinners.
Accommodation
Skilpadvlei offers an intimate farm-stay experience. Come and celebrate life and love with friends, family or colleagues.
Skilpadvlei Wine Farm is a family-owned estate in the Polkadraai Hills, about 9km from Stellenbosch, run by fourth-generation wine farmer Willie Joubert. We grow our own grapes on 55 hectares of vineyards, produce four estate wines and supply fruit to respected producers, a reflection of the consistency and trust built into the vineyards over more than a century. Today the farm is also a working destination, with a tasting room offering tastings from R40 and our signature wine and cheesecake pairing, a family restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily from 7am, bed and breakfast rooms and self-catering cottages and the ML Joubert Venue for weddings with no venue fee and functions for up to 180 guests.
Open daily from 7am · M12 Polkadraai Road, Stellenbosch · 021 881 3237
Open daily from 7am · M12 Polkadraai Road, Stellenbosch · 021 881 3237