115C Harrington Street, Gardens, Cape Town 8001, South Africa / Cape Town / South Africa
The Harrington Street shop shares space with the working Hat Factory, so ready-to-wear headwear sits close to production. Visitors can try the range in person, including felt berets and sun-focused raffia shapes.
Hidden Valley Wines produces handcrafted Sauvignon Blanc, Cap Classique sparkling wines, and reds on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain near Stellenbosch, selling bottles through its full online shop with free delivery on larger orders. Tastings continue by appointment while its Wine Tasting Centre undergoes renovation, alongside its on-site restaurant and deck.
A small Franschhoek house devoted to methode traditionnelle, Colmant makes only Cap Classique and imports a short list of Champagnes chosen by the family. Bottles ship free anywhere in South Africa, and visitors are welcomed to the farm for tastings.
Founded by the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay specialist Achim von Arnim, Haute Cabriere is known for its Pierre Jourdan Cap Classique, sabred at cellar tastings dug into the Franschhoek mountainside. The terrace restaurant matches each course to a wine from the range.
This historic Franschhoek estate pours award-winning Sauvignon Blanc, Cap Classique and Shiraz in its old cellar, alongside a working bakery, the JAN Franschhoek dining room and a farm shop of estate produce. A sculpture walk and hiking trails through the valley round out a visit that leans as much on art and food as on wine.
Best for Cap Classique and estate Shiraz with an art-and-food day
Moreson's cellar is built around Cap Classique, led by the playful Miss Molly sparkling range in Brut, rose and Blanc de Blancs. Wine is sold direct in six- and twelve-bottle cases, with a share of sales going to the South African Guide Dog Association.